Administration Officer - Lower Hutt

Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) – Wellington, North Island - Be the warm, welcoming presence for people in our care - Excellent entry to working at the Department - Permanent, full-time. Monday – Friday Mō te tūnga | About the role Do you have the enthusiasm, dedication and the skills to become an Administration Officer within Ara Poutama Aotearoa, Department of Corrections? We are searching for an Administration Officer to join our Lower Hutt Community Corrections team on a permanent, full-time basis. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm. This is an opportunity to be part of a great organisation where you will support the Community Corrections team. In this busy role you will enjoy working collaboratively as one team 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 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. In our administration officers we look for: 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 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 The salary range for this role is $60,216 - $63,789 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role. 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 ourHōkai Rangistrategy. We valueinclusion and diversityin 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. If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact***************@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . Applications close on: Wednesday 12th August, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr