Administrator

Role overview

This is a permanent, full-time administration position supporting the New Zealand Parole Board in Wellington. The role sits at Prime Property Tower on Lambton Quay and involves providing essential coordination and administrative support to the Operations team and the wider NZPB leadership group.

Ara Poutama Aotearoa, the Department of Corrections, supports the New Zealand Parole Board in delivering its statutory functions. The Board is an independent body responsible for public safety decisions about managed release for people serving sentences of more than two years, along with other duties such as compassionate release considerations and conditions for extended supervision orders.

The organisation is guided by the principle that its purpose is the wellbeing of people, and it works to improve public safety, reduce re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. It also values inclusion, diversity, and fair recruitment practices.

What the role involves

In this position, you will manage a wide range of administrative tasks and systems that help the Board carry out its responsibilities effectively. The work is varied and requires a high level of organisation, accuracy, and responsiveness.

Application and employment notes

Applicants must submit their application through the organisation’s careers site; email applications will not be accepted. A tailored CV and cover letter are required, with the cover letter explaining your motivation for joining the department and showing how your background aligns with the role. The vacancy closes on Tuesday 14 July 2026 at 11pm NZST.

If you need reasonable accommodations during recruitment, you are encouraged to discuss them with the employer. For further information, questions may be directed to the contact provided in the listing.

Salary

The midpoint of the pay band is $66,557. The full salary range is $60,216 to $79,869, with appointment and pay determined by relevant skills and experience.

About the team and environment

This role supports a significant public sector function and requires comfort working with a broad range of stakeholders. The team handles coordination, administration, and support for a board with around 40 members, including judges and community members.