Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Two permanent positions available in Wellington, based at National Office
- Critical and challenging work
- An exciting opportunity to make a positive difference!
‘Mā te titiro me te whakarongo ka puta mai te māramatanga' - By looking and listening, we will gain insight.
The Office of the Inspectorate Te Tari Tirohia works to ensure all people under Corrections' management are treated in a way that is fair, safe, secure and humane.
The Inspectorate is part of the Department of Corrections, but functions independently to ensure objectivity and integrity. The Inspectorate provides critical oversight of the Corrections system and operates under the Corrections Act 2004 and the Corrections Regulations 2005.
For more information on the Inspectorate please visit our website.
Ngā kawenga | About the role
We have two Inspector vacancies currently available in the Inspectorate. One of these Inspector positions will report to the Principal Inspector Investigations and Complaints. This team is responsible for investigating complaints, deaths in custody and other serious incidents, undertaking Visitor Prohibition Order reviews and monitoring prisoner allegations against staff.
The other Inspector position will report to the Principal Inspector Inspections. The Inspections team is responsible for undertaking prison inspections according to our Inspection Standards. From time to time, you may be required to support the work of the Investigations and Complaints team.
These roles will require regular and significant travel throughout New Zealand, sometimes at short notice and possibly on weekends. A clean, Full New Zealand Driver's Licence is essential.
Please note that these roles are based at our National Office in Wellington and applications will only be considered from those residing in the Wellington area, or from those who are intending to relocate to the Wellington area.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
Submit your application online and include highlights and examples as to how you meet the below requirements:
- Proven experience conducting effective investigations or inquiries.
- Knowledge of and the ability to interpret relevant legislation and international conventions, including the Corrections Act 2004 and Corrections Regulations 2005.
- Advanced written and oral communication skills, including a demonstrated ability to write high quality reports and deliver constructive feedback.
- A well-developed understanding and commitment to the Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strong cultural intelligence.
- An ability to self-manage, prioritise workload, and deliver quality results on time.
- A degree or equivalent level qualification, majoring in a relevant discipline.
Utu ā-tau | Salary
The full range (85%-120%) is $111,278 - $157,098. 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 (https://corr.nz/hr).
We welcome applications from disabled and neurodiverse communities, all cultures, faiths, and rainbow communities, as we appreciate the richness of experience that diversity brings to our organisation. We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage applicants to discuss reasonable accommodation with us if required at careers@corrections.govt.nz.
Tono ināianei | Apply Now
If you have any questions please contact: Sarah.Newbold@Corrections.govt.nz
To view the job description, click 'apply' and you will be taken through to our careers site, where you can view this.
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 on: Sunday the 26th of January 2025.
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.