Part-Time Community Work Supervisor

Department of Corrections NZ; Canterbury; Remote; NZD 63,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Department of Corrections NZ is seeking a part-time Community Work Supervisor to oversee individuals serving community work sentences in Canterbury. You will supervise work parties, help plan projects, and coach participants to develop pro-social skills.

The role emphasizes safe, respectful community outcomes, cultural awareness of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and strong supervision with a firm-but-fair approach. Saturday work is often required.

Qualifications

• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport.
• Ability to solve problems and work collaboratively within a team.
• Fresh critical thinker with curiosity and imagination.
• Understand Te Tiriti o Waitangi and work in a culturally diverse setting.
• Positive role model with a firm-but-fair management style.
• Full NZ driver's licence.
• Criminal history check required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage people serving community work sentences on meaningful projects.
• Plan and organise projects with schools, reserves, marae, and community groups.
• Develop work skills through pro-social modelling and coaching.
• Ensure records, health and safety, and centre operations are well managed.
• Collaborate with teams to support safe, respectful community outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal + communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Cultural competence Te Tiriti

Leadership / firm-but-fair management

Integrity & organisational values

NZ driver's licence

Job description

Department of Corrections NZ is seeking a part-time Community Work Supervisor to oversee individuals serving community work sentences in Canterbury. You will supervise work parties, help plan projects, and coach participants to develop pro-social skills.

The role emphasizes safe, respectful community outcomes, cultural awareness of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and strong supervision with a firm-but-fair approach. Saturday work is often required.