51½ÖÉä has people with different backgrounds, experiences and interests. What unites us is that we¡¯re all working towards the same vision ¨C we want to make New Zealand the safest country in the world.
We encourage applications from anyone who¡¯s got what it takes, regardless of your gender, ethnicity, culture, sexuality, or faith. New Zealand¡¯s diversity is growing, so bring your background and values to the job.
Above all else, you¡¯ll want to help people in your community. You¡¯ll need to make tough calls, practise resilience and will embody Police values both inside and outside of work.
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Police Prosecutor
What attributes does a Police Prosecutor need?
Police Prosecutors need to have the following attributes:
- Exceptional judgement
- Sound decision-making
- Good written and oral communication skills
- The ability to self-manage, as well as work as part of a team
- Negotiation skills
- Legal research skills
- A passion for criminal justice and therapeutic jurisprudence.
The must-haves
To apply for a role of Police Prosecutor, you must:
- be a New Zealand or Australian citizen or have New Zealand permanent residency, and
- either:
- be a Police employee holding the office of constable; or
- have a law degree (LLB) and hold, or be eligible for, a current practising certificate.
You¡¯ll also need to:
- let our recruitment staff know about any previous criminal or traffic convictions including warnings, court appearances, diversions, and any other interaction with Police,
- provide police clearance for any other country you¡¯ve worked or lived in for longer than three months,
- be willing to undergo a Police vetting check.
Prosecutions Support Officer
What attributes does a Prosecution Support Officer need?
Prosecution Support Officers need to have the following attributes:
- Sound decision-making
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to plan and prioritise
- The ability to self-manage, as well as work as a part of a team
- Attention to detail
The must-haves
To apply for the role of a Prosecution Support Officer, you must:
- be a New Zealand or Australian citizen or have New Zealand permanent residency.
You¡¯ll also need to:
- let our recruitment staff know about any previous criminal or traffic convictions including warnings, court appearances, diversions, and any other interaction with Police,
- provide policy clearance for any other country you¡¯ve worked or lived in for longer than three months,
- be willing to undergo a Police vetting check.
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