Court Security Officer | Wellington Region

Job Description

Court Security Officer  

Permanent, Full Time

Te whiwhinga mahi/The Opportunity

As Court Security Officers we take pride in serving our community by providing a safe and secure environment for people to gain access to the justice system.

We interact, assist and build relationships with diverse groups of people every day, ensuring our courts operate without fear of intimidation or violence.  Our Court Security Officers are a valued and an important part of the Court Justice system.  We will ensure you have the training needed to operate as a Court Security Officer under the Court Security Act 1999 at induction training.

We encourage and strive for a positive team culture where Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence form part of our daily values in how we treat each other and our participants.  You will form part of a professional supportive team where diversity and individuality are respected.

Overview of role:

• Welcome and engage with a diverse range of people who enter our courts
• Assess potential health, safety and security risks, mitigate and respond to incidents as they occur
• Interact with other agencies (i.e. Police, Corrections) to ensure smooth court operations
• Patrol public areas and carry out building security checks, responding to duress alarm activations and identify and respond appropriately to security incidents

He pūkenga tou/Skills and Experience

• Excellent level of customer service experience
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Confident in using technology
• Positive mindset and a can-do attitude
• Hold full, clean New Zealand drivers' licence and clean criminal record

Ko wai mātou/Who we are

At Te Tāhū o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.

Joining Te Tāhū o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. 

He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu/Why you will enjoy working here

Quotes from current team members

• Contributions to prescriptions for glasses
• Online professional development portal
• Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks, including Pasifika, Māori, Rainbow and Women's
• Free and confidential counselling sessions
• Great work life balance working Monday to Friday
• Leadership opportunities with courses to grow and develop
• Full uniform and personal protective equipment provided
• Health, safety and security training and qualifications
• Opportunities to relocate Nationwide as vacancies arise
• Be part of a respected team within the New Zealand Justice System

Utu ā-tau/Salary

The remuneration band for this role is $56,729 - $78,441 – Appointing salary will be based on skills and experience.

Tono mai/How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.

Only applicants with the right to work in New Zealand will be considered for this position.

Applications close on the 23rd of September; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz

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