Intelligence Analyst

Department of Corrections NZ; Wellington; On-site; NZD 89,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Corrections NZ in Wellington is seeking an experienced Intelligence Analyst to deliver nationally consistent intelligence products within the Corrections Intelligence framework. This role reports to the Rimutaka and Arohata Intelligence Supervisor and contributes to safer prisons and communities.

You will use analytical skills to manage priorities, prepare impromptu and planned briefings, and uphold information integrity.

Qualifications

• The credibility, integrity and personality to establish and maintain effective relationships internal and external to Ara Poutama Aotearoa.
• An understanding of the strategic, operational and tactical use of intelligence.
• High level competency in problem solving and the ability to think critically.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• The ability to deliver impromptu and planned briefings to a range of stakeholder groups.
• An ability to evaluate information with a sense of urgency, and to be vigilant in ensuring the integrity of our operations by elevating concerns before issues arise.
• The successful applicant must obtain, and maintain, a Secret clearance - New Zealand Residency or Citizenship is required for this.
• A full driving licence is required as travel will be a requirement of this role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nationally consistent intelligence products within the Corrections Intelligence framework.
• Be an integral part of the intelligence team based at Rimutaka Prison and report to the Rimutaka and Arohata Intelligence Supervisor.
• Provide quality actionable intelligence to support safe prisons and safe communities.

Skills

Intelligence analysis

Stakeholder management

Critical thinking

Oral and written comms

Briefings

Problem solving

Job description

'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' - ‘There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.' Are you an experienced intelligence practitioner with professional curiosity? Do you enjoy working under pressure and have an ability to manage competing priorities and demands to deliver timely, relevant Intelligence and achieve results for the team? Do you enjoy applying your analytical skills to provide decision advantage in the areas of complex risk?

About the role

The Intelligence Analyst position operates within the Corrections Intelligence framework, delivering nationally consistent products across the Department. This role is an integral part of the intelligence team based at Rimutaka Prison reporting to the Rimutaka and Arohata Intelligence Supervisor. Corrections Intelligence works proactively to provide quality actionable intelligence that consistently provides decision advantage to support safe prisons and safe communities.

About you

• The credibility, integrity and personality to establish and maintain effective relationships internal and external to Ara Poutama Aotearoa.
• An understanding of the strategic, operational and tactical use of intelligence.
• High level competency in problem solving and the ability to think critically.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• The ability to deliver impromptu and planned briefings to a range of stakeholder groups.
• An ability to evaluate information with a sense of urgency, and to be vigilant in ensuring the integrity of our operations by elevating concerns before issues arise.
• The successful applicant must obtain, and maintain, a Secret clearance - New Zealand Residency or Citizenship is required for this.
• A full driving licence is required as travel will be a requirement of this role.

Benefits

• The salary range is $89,163 - $125,877 the mid-point which indicates full competence in the role is $104,897. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy. We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.