Administration Officer - Upper Hutt at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), Wellington (Te Whanganui a Tara)

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Administration Officer - Upper Hutt, Wellington

Are you a highly organised individual with strong attention to detail, who can hit the ground running?  This could be just the opportunity you are looking for!

Every week Corrections staff get up and come to work in an environment of high reward. We are privileged to have the chance to make a positive difference for people on community sentences and the New Zealand public.

We are looking for an Administration Officer to join our team based in Upper Hutt - this is a permanent, part-time postion, 20 hours per week.

'He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata' - What is the most important thing in the world? It is the people, it is the people, it is the people

Ngā kawenga | About the role

This is an opportunity to be part of a great organisation. In this busy role you will enjoy working collaboratively in a challenging and fast paced environment. 
Your day-to-day role will see you proactively providing a range of administrative services, including:

• Reception duties, such as answering phones, taking messages, and greeting visitors
• Liaising with organisations and services we work with
• Preparing documents for court
• Purchasing materials and stocktaking
• Providing support for the management of facilities and assets
• Record management and ensuring correspondence, reports and other documentation meet Department timelines and standards
• Provide administration support across a varied team by co-ordinating meetings, external stakeholders relationships and filing

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

If you have a genuine interest in our kaupapa and if you are motivated to support others in a team environment then we want to hear from you!
Please consider and provide examples within your application as to how you meet the below key requirements:

• Good knowledge of computer software and database systems including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), with the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Excellent customer service skills, a proactive and dedicated team-player who enjoys working closely with others
• The ability to develop, foster and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse range of people
• Resilience when dealing with difficult situations in changing environments and a pragmatic approach to problem solving
• The ability to organise effectively, be adaptable, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Good experience and knowledge of office administration

You will need a Full New Zealand Driver Licence for this role.

Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, New Zealand Resident Permit holder, Australian citizen or an Australian resident who holds a current Australian Resident Return Visa. 

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The salary range is $55,000 - $62,084 per annum (pro rata). Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. 

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi.

We're also bringing in new ways of working to help us deliver Hōkai Rangi, with a range of new roles being formed as part of The Pathway Forward Te Ara Whakamua. 

It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau. 

If you share the same passion for our work but feel this opportunity may not be the perfect fit for you, we encourage you to click here. We look forward to discovering more about you and exploring potential opportunities that align with your interests and skills.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. 

Applications close Thursday 19th of September 2024.

All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. 

If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at careers@corrections.govt.nz.