Why us

The Department of Corrections Ara Poutama Aotearoa offers a unique opportunity to contribute to public safety and positive social change. We manage both community-based and prison-based corrections, aiming to rehabilitate offenders and reduce re-offending rates.

Kotahi anō te kaupapa: ko te oranga o te iwi

There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and well-being of people

 

Priority 1

Improve public safety

Priority 2

Reduce re-offending

Priority 3

Reduce the over representation of Māori in correctional facilities

Our Values

Our five values aren’t just what we believe, they guide us in everything we say and do.

Whanau

Whānau

We develop supportive relationships.

Wairua

Wairua

We are unified and focused in our efforts.

Kaitiaki

Kaitiaki

We are responsive and responsible.

Rangatira

Rangatira

We demonstrate leadership and are accountable.

Manaaki

Manaaki

We care for and respect everyone.

Outcomes

Partnership and Leadership

We build and maintain authentic relationships

Humanising and healing

Our focus is on the oranga of people

Whānau

People are a part of the rehabilitation and reintegration journey.

Incorporating a Te Ao Māori worldview

Kaupapa Māori approaches inform our work

Whakapapa

Whakapapa can be the beginning of healing and wellbeing

Foundations for participation

People can safely reintegrate in to our community

What we can offer

What’s important to you is important to us too, which is why we offer a competitive support package to all of our staff.

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Competitive salaries

With opportunities for career progression.

wellbeing

Wellbeing & support

Access to Employee assistance programme - a professional counselling service
Discounted childcare with Best Start

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Study

Support to complete long-term work-related qualifications.

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Equal employment opportunities

We aim to provide a safe, supportive and responsive environment.

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Union representation

Collective bargaining with a positive and proactive relationship with our unions.

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Health & wellness

Health checks, vaccinations, eye wear, discounted health & personal insurance.

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Banking & Superannuation

Access a range of banking and superannuation packages.

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Retail Discounts

Discounts with Macpac, Microsoft, eBikes, and more.

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Cultural responsiveness

Building partnerships, being responsive, and being effective for Māori.

Is New Zealand calling?

New Zealand is a country like no other. We’re different down here, in our little corner of the world. There are endless reasons why people travel near and far to make Aotearoa home.

New Zealand is one of the safest places to live in the world.

Excellent quality of life.

We’re very multicultural.

New Zealand is a safe and friendly environment to raise a family.

With a population of only 5 million, New Zealand isn’t densely populated

We’re one of the least corrupt places in the world

The people are really friendly - you can get an egg from your neighbour

Nature’s literally on your doorstep, from picturesque beaches to the wild untamed wilderness — we have it all.

Our food, wine and cheese is some of the best in the world.

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