New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe. With over 13,000 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 'Our Business' and achieve long-term change.
Recruitment Coordinator, it starts with you! Based in Tauranga or Manukau * Band C (Salary Starting from $63,526) * X1 Permanent, full time; and x1 12 month FTC * JR 4745142 About the role
We are looking for the newest members of our Police recruiting family to join our NZ Police recruitment team.
Priority will be given to applicants experienced in recruitment and HR coordination, but customer service, attention to detail, effective workload management and pride in what you do are the key traits we're looking for.
Our recruitment team work in a fast paced and high-volume environment, where attention to the smallest details, observation, and adherence to one of the most robust recruitment processes in NZ is paramount.
As a Recruitment Coordinator you will be the first point of contact for our applicants, and as such you will be able to build rapport, communicate our standards and process, and problem solve any initial questions an applicant has.
This is a highly varied position - you'll spend time with Police in district 'getting to know the business' initially and in an ongoing capacity, so you will be required be able to articulate and present yourself well, to a highly varied group of sworn and non-sworn stakeholders. You will have the skills to initiate phone conversations, screen and vet police applicants, support with assessment activities, and accurately keep our records up to date.
You will utilise a range of technologies to manage key phases of the recruitment process and deliver high-quality outcomes. A high grade of computer literacy is essential. You will jump between screens, and databases, and be able to pull data and have sound all-round administrative skills.
This is a rare opportunity for an individual who is passionate about changing the face of NZ Police, contributing to a positive and empowering culture, join a highly successful brand, and an established, supportive (and really fun) team.
Whilst Te Reo is not prerequisite to apply, a broad cultural competency is. The capacity to bring your own cultural background, language or life skills will be highly valued and supported.
What you'll bring
Being part of the Police whanau is about being our best to ensure our communities are safe and feel safe.
Our Core Competencies provide a shared understanding of the behaviours, leadership and technical competence required for success at each level of Police.
Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge, and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others. Key Accountabilities: Effectively supports the end-to-end talent acquisition and recruitment processes through planning, prioritising, and organising work to meet deadlines * Work with a range of technologies to manage key aspects of the recruitment process and ensure the delivery of high-quality outcomes * Building and maintaining strong relationships across Police * Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and implementation * Contribute to a positive team environment and building Police's employment brand and reputation. If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address.
This role is set at Individual Contributor level, this means your key purpose is "to deliver or enable others to deliver Our Business".
We will ask you questions based on "How we will deliver Our Business – Core Competencies" and the appropriate role level, i.e. Individual Contributor.
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About us
Our mission is to prevent crime and harm through exceptional policing. Our vision is to be the safest country. Our purpose is to ensure everybody can be safe and feel safe.
Working Flexibly
Your wellbeing inside and outside of work is important to us. We're open to discussing flexible working options that work for both you and the business.
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How to apply
Please note: Applications submitted directly through the Government Jobs Website are no longer considered. Please visit our Police Careers page: to apply for this position.
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Salary
This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $63,526 and $67,243 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.
If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Please note: Applications close 5:00pm, Thursday 2nd May 2024.
