Recruitment Coordinator, it starts with you!

Based at Royal New Zealand Police College, Porirua

2 x 6 month Fixed Term / EOI opportunities

JR 4925013

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Mō te tūnga | About the role

We are looking for our newest members of our Police recruiting family to join our team recruiting a variety of roles for Police across New Zealand.

These positions are for 6 months Fixed Term or if you are an internal employee, an opportunity for an assignment into Recruitment.

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 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 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.

He aha taau e kawe mai | What you’ll bring

Being part of the Police whānau 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.

This role is set at Individual Contributor level , this means your key purpose is “to deliver or enable others to deliver Our Business”.

To view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser:

https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/pd/02-2023/recruitment_coordinator_1.pdf

Mo tātou | About us

New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government’s largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.

Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community of practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.

The work you’ll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.

To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link:

Applicant Information Pack (External)

Tono ināianei | Apply now

If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken.

For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careers

All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.

Utu ā-tau | Salary

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $63,526 and $66,312 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.

If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful for the next stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Friday 6 th September 2024 . Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Recruitment Manager Emma.Meates@police.govt.nz