People Administrator

'Kotahi ano te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' – There is only one purpose to our work : the wellness and wellbeing of our people.

Mo te tunga | About the role

We're entering an important new chapter in People & Capability.

As part of our refreshed structure, we're focused on delivering clear, consistent, and high-quality services that enable safe, supported and capable staff across our organisation.

This role plays a key part in that journey, helping us build a more connected, empowered and strategically aligned P&C function.

Join us as we lay the foundations for a stronger, more visible service that has our people at the heart of everything we do.

As a People Administrator, you will be a valued member of our People Services team, delivering essential HR administrative support to staff and managers across the country.

You'll be the first point of contact for a wide range of People & Capability queries, responding through multiple channels including email, phone, and Awhina.

Your role will involve managing end-to-end processes for staff changes such as : onboarding, offboarding, internal movements, and updates to terms and conditions, ensuring these important moments are handled with care and precision.

Collaboration is at the heart of this role.

You'll work closely with your team and the wider People & Capability group, sharing knowledge, supporting your peers, and contributing to regular practice development sessions.

Your ability to build strong, professional relationships with stakeholders will help ensure smooth and effective service delivery across the Department.

Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience

We're looking for someone who brings :

• Experience in HR administration, with an understanding of relevant legislation, processes and a strong sense of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams) and experience using our internal systems such as Awhina and SAP (preferred).
• Highly adaptable and able to learn new systems and processes,
• Attention to detail with strong prioritisation and time management skills as well as a good problem-solving ability.
• Strong communication skills, with a proactive approach and a collaborative working style.

Nga painga | The benefits

The midpoint of the salary range is $66,007 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $56,106 - $79,209 per annum.

Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Mo matou | About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities.

As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.

We value inclusion and diversity in 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.

Tono inaianei | Apply Now

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link.

All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency – applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on : Sunday the 26th of October.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact

• , or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.