Operations Adviser Electronic Monitoring - Upper Hutt

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Think shiftwork might work better for your lifestyle?.....avoid that 9-5 hustle and bustle, and have a work life balance.

• Starting salary $67,500, plus shiftwork allowance
• Work with a supportive team using the latest tracking technology
• Numerous vacancies available, located in Upper Hutt

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Working at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) is a big responsibility.  You will be part of a 24/7 team of people who are helping to manage and monitor people placed on electronic monitoring bail within our communities all over the country.

As an Operations Adviser no two days are the same, and no two calls are either.  One minute you're liaising with the Police for a high-risk arrest, next developing workable solutions for those on bail.  Excellent communication skills, critical thinking, having the ability to multitask and think outside the square is your key to success in this role!

In this role you will be on an 8-week rotating shift pattern which includes 3-shift types, morning, afternoon and nights. You will be required to work all three shift types during the 8-week pattern.  This can take some time to get used it, and it's important for you to think about your commitments outside of work before applying.  Please ensure you review the Job Description attached to this vacancy which includes more information on how a typical roster would look.

These positions are located in Upper Hutt.

Mōu | About you

You might be wondering how you can make other lives better as an Operations Adviser in our Electronic Monitoring team?

The Operations Advisor role is a demanding role that requires a lot of empathy.  You've got to be able to put yourself in their shoes.  They need our support, and you need their trust.  Whether its welfare checks, problem solving or diffusing a stressful situation - that's what you're there for.  And you've got a great and highly experienced team to back up and support you along the way.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

This is a busy role, to ensure your success we would look to you to demonstrate some or all of the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Experience with phone and email communications with a variety of clients
• Demonstrate your critical thinking skills i.e problem solving, use of judgement, and ability to investigate
• Current and strong computer literacy, with ability to pick up new systems
• Resilience in challenging situations with people and negative behaviour
• Be an excellent team player, and contribute to our wider success!
• Experience in shift work will be a bonus as routines change

You will need a Full New Zealand Driver's License and a legal right to work in New Zealand, without restriction, for a minimum of 24 months. 

This role is not covered by the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2014, therefore please disclose any offences with the law, even if they are outside 7 years.  Applicants who have lived overseas in the last 10 years will also be required to provide an overseas police clearance if they are successful in gaining employment with us.

Ngā painga | The benefits

The midpoint of the salary range is $74,057 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $67,500 - $79,393 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Mō mātou | About us

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 Hōkai 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.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on: Thursday 31st July, 2025

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact jess.escott@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.