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Corrections Officer - Otago

Vacancy Number: PSSR 0791
Location: Otago Corrections Facility
Contact Email Address: heather.gruppelaar@corrections.govt.nz
Contact Phone Number: (03) 417 9348
Contact Postal Address:       Department of Corrections
Otago Corrections Facility
PO Box 2000
BALCLUTHA 9240
Attention: Recruitment Team
 
 
We are currently accepting applications for the role of Corrections Officer at Otago Corrections Facility. Applications will be processed as positions become available (vacancies are subject to availability).

Being part of Corrections is about being part of a team. Not unlike a successful sports team, individuals all need to play their part, supporting their team-mates, and working together towards a common goal.

Corrections Officers have a high degree of personal responsibility, a mature outlook on life, common sense, and they appreciate the importance of prison safety and security, while treating prisoners fairly and consistently.

 

We offer:

  • A competitive salary
  • Extensive initial and on-going training
  • Opportunities for self development, secondments and promotion
  • Discounted health insurance
  • Participation in a National Certificate in Offender Management (NZQA)
For more information about this position please click here or contact us on the above email and phone number.

Job Description
 
About us
Criminal Conviction Checking Process
Equal Employment Opportunities Policy
Developing Cultural Responsiveness Policy

As part of your application, please print off and complete the below Ministry of Justice Criminal Conviction Form (pdf file*).  You may either scan and attach the completed form in the last section of the online application or post it to the above address.

* To download the pdf file you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader.  If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your PC, it can be downloaded for free from the Adobe website.

 

Ministry of Justice Criminal Conviction Form

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