Prosecution Support Officer - Papakura

New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe. With over 15,000 staff, we provide policing services 24 hours a day, every day. We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 860,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes.We're working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver and achieve long-term change. Based at Papakura, Auckland Permanent/Part-time Job Reference 5820946 E tῡ ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā. Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face Mō te tūnga | About the role New Zealand Police are offering an opportunity to join the Police Prosecution Service (PPS) as a Prosecution Support Officer (PSO) based in Papakura. This role is for 20 hours per week. As a PSO, you will provide administrative support to the PPS office to enable its efficient and effective operation. Responsibilities include working with prosecution files and managing them administratively, including recording and extracting relevant information, checking accuracy and completeness, administering necessary follow‑ups (including as directed by PPS staff), using and managing databases and spreadsheets, and responding to and/or directing queries received by the PPS office. Through building an excellent knowledge of Police and Ministry of Justice processes, databases, and operating procedures, you will be an important part of the Criminal Justice Sector. Ultimately, if you want to take on a challenging but rewarding role where your direct involvement will positively impact people's lives by helping them to be and feel safe, then this could be the opportunity that defines you and allows you to serve your community. Nga kawenga matua | Key Accountabilities Communication - Having the skills to effectively communicate with PPS colleagues, district and national office staff, and external stakeholders. Decision Making - Having the critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make sound decisions, identify problems early and pursue effective solutions. Planning and Prioritising - Having the skills to manage your time, priorities and responsibilities. Committed to excellence - Striving to be the very best in all that we do, using Office Management, Justice Sector databases and process, and your knowledge of key New Zealand Statutes. Individually Responsible and Accountable - Being accountable for your performance and taking responsibility for your contribution and development. Enabling through self-leadership - Ability to seek opportunities to develop your own skills, knowledge and experience. He aha taau e kawe mai | What you'll bring Administration experience would be advantageous due to the fast pace of this role Work with efficiency and initiative Excellent team player Strong communication skills both written and verbally. Additional information The hours for this role are 8.00am - 12.00pm, Monday to Friday (negotiable) On appointment, the successful candidate must reside within commutable distance to Papakura. This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators of Success for further information on the requirements. To view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser: Prosecution Support Officer - Position Description Mo tātou | About us New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government's largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas. Your development is highly valued at New Zealand Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways. The work you'll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support. Utu ā-tau | Salary This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $64,161 - $66,975 pro rata, dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role. All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made. Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Thursday 13 August 2026. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates. If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Sarah Payne ([email protected]). #J-18808-Ljbffr