Administration Officer

About this role

 

Administration Officer – Queenstown (Part-time)

 

“Mā te mahi tahi ka ea ngā mahi – Through working together, the work is accomplished”

 

• Enjoy work-life balance in a 20-hour, three-day work week
• Be the first point of contact in a busy Community Corrections site
• Join a supportive, values-led team in beautiful Queenstown

 

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Administration Officer to join our Community Corrections team in Queenstown. This is a busy and rewarding part-time role where you'll provide essential administrative support to Probation Officers and frontline staff while helping to keep the Service Centre running smoothly.

You'll be the first point of contact for people serving community-based sentences, members of the public, service providers, and internal and external stakeholders. No two days are the same, and you'll enjoy a varied role supporting the Department's goal of reducing re-offending and creating safer communities.

This role will suit someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can confidently manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

This part-time role is 20 hours per week, with hours worked on Monday (8:30am–5:00pm) Tuesday and Thursday (8:30am–3:00pm).

 

Mōu | About you

We are looking for a professional, reliable, and people-focused team member who brings:

• Proven administration experience and strong customer service skills.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and relationship-building abilities.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.
• A collaborative and adaptable approach when working with people from diverse backgrounds.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information with integrity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint) and confidence learning new systems.
• A full New Zealand Driver Licence.

If you're ready to bring your skills to a rewarding role that supports safer communities, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

• Proven experience in office or administrative roles.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
• Confidence learning and using administrative systems and software.

 

Ngā painga | The benefits

The salary range for this position is $61,086 - $64,659 per annum (pro rata). Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

In addition to the above, we offer:

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Access to employee assistance and wellbeing initiatives.
• A wide range of retail and travel discounts.
• The opportunity to contribute to positive outcomes for individuals, whānau, and communities.

 

Mō mātou | 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 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 our Hōkai 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 ināianei | 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 2nd of November 2026

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact southerrecruitment@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.