Prosecution Support Officer

New Zealand Government; Hastings; On-site; NZD 64,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Police are recruiting a Prosecution Support Officer based at Napier Police Station. This full-time role (40 hours/week) provides administrative support to the Prosecution Service, handling prosecution files, data entry, and liaison with PPS staff.

You will build knowledge of Police and Ministry of Justice processes, work with multiple stakeholders, and play a key role in delivering timely, accurate information to support the Criminal Justice Sector.

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support within a formal/prosecutorial environment is desirable.
• Familiarity with databases, spreadsheets and records management.
• Strong organisational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process prosecution files and records, recording and extracting relevant information.
• Check accuracy and completeness; follow up as directed by PPS staff.
• Manage databases and spreadsheets; respond to queries and provide information to PPS office.

Skills

Administrative skills

Database management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Tools

Office suite

Databases

Job description

New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe. With over 13,000 staff, we provide policing services 24 hours a day, every day. We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 860,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes.We're working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver `Our Business' and achieve long-term change.Prosecutions Support OfficerBased at Napier Police StationPermanent- Full TimeJR 6080805E tuki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e nga ngaru o te wa.Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your faceMo te tunga | About the roleNZ Police are offering an opportunity to join the Police Prosecution Service (PPS) as a Prosecution Support Officer (PSO) based in Napier Police station. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week. In your role you will provide administrative support to the PPS office, to enable its effective operation.Responsibilities include working with, processing, and administratively managing prosecution files, including recording and extracting relevant information, checking accuracy and completeness, administering necessary follow ups (including as directed by PPS staff), use and management of databases and spreadsheets, and responding to and/or directing queries that come into the PPS office.Through building an excellent knowledge of Police and Ministry of Justice processes, data bases, and operating procedures you will be an important part of the Criminal Justice Sector. Ultimately, if you want to take on a challenging but rewarding role that through your direct involvement will affect people's lives by assisting them to be and feel safe, then this could be the opportunity that defines you and presents the opportunity to serve your communityKey Accountabilities:Communication - Having the skills to effectively communicate with PPS colleagues, district and national office staff, and external stakeholdersDecision Making - Having the critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make sound decisions, identify problems early and pursue effective solutions.Planning and Prioritising - Having the skills to manage your time, priorities and responsibilities.Committed to excellence - Striving to be the very best in all that we do, using Office Management, Justice Sector databases and process, and your knowledge of key New Zealand Statutes.Individually Responsible and Accountable - Being accountable for your performance and taking responsibility for your contribution and development.Enabling through self-leadership - Ability to seek opportunities to develop your own skills, knowledge and experienceHe aha taau e kawe mai | What you'll bringWhilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirementsTo view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser:https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/pd/2026-07/Prosecution%20Support%20Officer%20%28PPS%29.pdfMo tatou | About usNew Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government's largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.The work you'll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link:Applicant Information Pack (External)Tono inaianei | Apply nowIf this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careersAll applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.Utu a-tau | SalaryThis position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $64,161 and $66,975 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Tuesday 20th October 2026. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Talent Pathway Advisor [e-mail]