Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Ngā kawenga | About the role
We are all about changing lives and creating pathways through meaningful Community Work projects. As a Community Work Supervisor, you will oversee and manage up to 8 men and women who are serving their community work sentences on meaningful projects at schools, reserves, community groups, Marae and churches - whatever the community needs.
With a natural style to work collaboratively and great relationship management skills you will be someone who recognises the importance of the work Ara Poutama Aotearoa does. And in alignment with our Hōkai Rangi strategy, bring new ways of thinking to our complex and busy environment.
This is a permanent position working Wednesday to Saturday, 8 hours a day.
This position is located in Masterton.
He kōrero mōu | About you
You will be a dynamic person who's able to guide and motivate the people we manage to complete their Community Service work hours. You will be a positive role model with a ‘firm-but-fair' management style, able to work with all ages and cultures in a variety of situations.
We will give you the training and support you need to become part of our team working to make our communities safer.
A full NZ drivers licence including the ability to drive a manual vehicle is essential. You may also be required to tow a trailer at times. Please note you will need to complete a criminal history check and undertake a pre-employment drug test.
You must work with high integrity and will demonstrate the Departmental values within your work: Wairua, Whānau, Manaaki, Kaitiaki and Rangatira.
Pūkenga | Skills we look for
We are looking for people who:
- have the ability to engage with all cultures
- understand the importance of tikanga and te reo Māori within our unique settings
- have the ability to solve problems and work collaboratively
- are fresh critical thinkers, using curiosity and imagination to generate new ideas
- inspire others with enthusiasm and a take-action approach
- are passionate about supporting people to build confidence, resilience and wellbeing
- have excellent spoken and written communication skills.
Community Work Supervisors come from a variety of backgrounds; from trades and farming to office jobs, retail, teaching and social agencies – so your experience could be just what we are looking for!
Utu ā-tau | Salary
The annual salary range for this role will be $56,773 to $65,182 pro rata.
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 (https://careers.corrections.govt.nz/strategy).
Tono ināianei | Apply Now
To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department and alignment to our strategy and values as outlined above online. Applications for this role will close on Sunday 27 April 2025.
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. 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.