Probation Officer - Auckland

Department of Corrections; Auckland; On-site; NZD 71,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections as a Probation Officer in Auckland. You will work with individuals we manage in the community and their whānau to address behaviours and reduce reoffending, using manaaki, kaitiaki and whānau principles.

You will prepare reports for the Courts and Parole Board, contribute to public safety, and uphold manaaki, rangatira, wairua and whānau in all interactions. We value diverse backgrounds and encourage Kaupapa Māori or Pasifika experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Ability to relate to people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Strong teamwork and the ability to motivate others.
• Maintain positivity and resilience in challenging situations.
• Ability to think critically and assess information.

Responsibilities

• Manage community-based sentences and orders.
• Prepare reports for the Courts and New Zealand Parole Board.
• Build and maintain relationships with people we manage and their whānau.
• Contribute to public safety by focusing on wellbeing and reduction of re-offending.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Teamwork

Positive & resilient

Critical thinking

Job description

• 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 ūnga | 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.

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 information

In line with our Strategy Hŋkai 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

• 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.

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.

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 Hŋkai 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.

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 @corrections.govt.nz or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.