Are you a passionate individual who is committed to making a difference?

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Southern Region Intelligence team, initially based at Christchurch Women's Prison. Reporting to the Manager Regional Intelligence, Southern the Intelligence Officer role is part of a small team tasked to provide quality actionable intelligence to support Hōkai Rangi and help to protect victims, prevent criminal activity and support staff safety.

Mōu | About you 

We are after a hardworking person with an understanding of operational and tactical intelligence. You will apply your operational experience to help collect information in order to help prevent harm and manage future risk, including the prevention and detection of criminal activity in prisons. 

Through the development, coordination and maintenance of an integrated network you will ensure the timely and accurate delivery of information and intelligence to support your team and decision-makers  

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

• A sound understanding of the principles and methodologies of the Intelligence Cycle and intelligence collection plans and processes
• The credibility, integrity and personality to establish and maintain strong relationships internal and external to the Department
• Experience in interviewing
• Knowledge of the legislation governing information collection, storage, dissemination and use.
• Ability to work in a team, being responsible for your own tasks and wider joint tasks
• Strong oral and written communications skills 

Ideally the preferred candidate will have current Corrections Intelligence experience along with formal intelligence qualifications (Level 3 Certificate in Intelligence as a minimum).  Possessing an ability to evaluate information with a sense of urgency, you will be committed to ensuring the integrity of our operations, elevating concerns before issues arise. 

A full driver licence is required as travel will be a requirement of this role.

The successful applicant must obtain, and maintain, a Secret clearance.

COVID-19 vaccination requirements

All people working inside prisons are required to be fully vaccinated as part of the COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021. People in prison are some of the most vulnerable to COVID-19 and due to the ease of transmission, extending the Vaccination Order supports the safety and wellbeing of our staff and people in prison.

Mō mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whānau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu. 

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whānau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hōkai Rangi (https://arapoutama.nz/hokairangi).

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for applying for this vacancy highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. 

Application close date is Thursday 3rd February 2022

It is an exciting time to join us and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace. We recognise and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals, and that of the collective talent in our whānau.  All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. 

If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz or email our team at careers@corrections.govt.nz.