Probation Officer - Auckland

Corrections; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 71,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections is seeking Probation Officers across the Auckland region. You will work with people in the community and their whanau to address behaviours and reduce reoffending, while preparing court and parole board reports.

We offer full-time, permanent roles across Auckland, with locations from the North Shore to Ōtāhuhu and throughout central and west Auckland. A Full NZ Driver Licence and NZ work eligibility for 24 months are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan and organise at a detailed level to ensure effective use of resources.
• Ability to work in a team and motivate others.
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence and legal right to work in New Zealand for 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage community-based sentences and orders to improve public safety.
• Prepare reports for Courts and the New Zealand Parole Board.
• Build positive relationships with clients and whanau using manaaki and respect.
• Contribute to the wellbeing and rehabilitation of people under supervision.

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Driver Licence (NZ)

Resilience

Tools

NZ Driver Licence

Job description

# Probation Officer - Auckland## About this role**Probation Officer – Auckland Region*** We need positive role models with a passion for empowering others!* This is a challenging role that can have a positive impact on your community.* Our full-time, permanent roles are available across the Auckland region. With service centres spanning from the North Shore to Ōtāhuhu, as well as locations throughout central and west Auckland,**Mō te tūnga | About the role**Being a Probation Officer is an incredibly exciting opportunity to make a real difference in your community. You'll have the chance to connect with people, build strong relationships, and do something which really makes a difference and improves public safety.As a Probation Officer for Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), you will work with people we manage in the community and their whanau to address criminogenic behaviours and reduce reoffending. Using principles of manaaki, kaitiaki, wairua, rangatira, and whanau, you will manage community-based sentences and orders, whilst also preparing reports for the Courts and New Zealand Parole Board.You will contribute to public safety, viewing this through the lens of manaaki, positive relationships, and the uplifting of wellbeing of people we manage in the community. By focusing on the wellbeing of the person who has come into our management, you will help reduce the chances of them returning to the justice system. You will treat those under our management with respect, upholding their mana and dignity.**Mōu | About you**We are looking for people who:* Are able to relate to people from a range of cultures and backgrounds* Have excellent spoken and written communication skills* Can work in a team and motivate others* Can remain positive and resilient in difficult situations* Are able to think critically and assess informationIn line with our Strategy *Hōkai Rangi*, we are prioritising applications from people who have experience in a Kaupapa Māori or Pasifika environment and/or a willingness to learn. Please highlight any relevant experience and/or language skills in your application**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience*** Well-developed communication skills that enable you to build working relationships with a wide range of people* Produces written communication that is clear, concise and logical, and of a high standard that is easily understood by the reader* Ability to plan and organise at a detailed level to ensure effective use of available resources* Can participate within a team environment, passing on knowledge that can help others* We require a **Full New Zealand Driver Licence and a legal right to work in New Zealand without restriction, for a minimum of 24 months**.**Ngā painga | The benefits**The full salary range (Level 1 to Level 5) is **$70,956 to $91,307**. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role, with **Step 1 at $70,956 and Step 2 at $75,947**. **Appointment at Steps 3 to 5 is reserved for candidates with previous Probation Officer experience and demonstrated experience managing a full caseload.****Mō mātou | 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.**Tono ināianei | Apply Now**To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored **CV and a cover letter** describing your **motivation** for joining the department highlighting **relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.****Applications will now close on Wednesday 18th September 11:59pm**If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact [e-mail] or visit **careers.corrections.govt.nz.**## Job details| | || --- | --- || Job reference: | APA/1956044 || Location: | Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) || Date posted: | 04-Nov-2026 || Application close date: | 18-Nov-2026 || Attachments: | Probation Officer - Job Description.pdf (PDF, 54KB)Position Description |