Prosecutor

at New Zealand Police
Published June 18, 2023
Location Wairoa, New Zealand
Category Other  
Job Type Full-time  
Salary
Salary $84,312.00

Description

Prosecutor New Zealand Police location Bay of Plenty. Salary $84,312.00.

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.

About the role NZ Police are offering an exciting opportunity to join the Police Prosecution Service (PPS) as a Prosecutor in Rotorua, within their Bay of Plenty South Prosecutions Office.

With PPS you will gain a sound knowledge of prosecution processes including advocacy, knowledge of the Law and court practices. You will be part of a diverse group of Constabulary prosecutors, Police Employee lawyers, and support and managerial staff. Dependent on your level of experience and knowledge at entry you will be involved in various out-of-court case management processes, such as file analysis, writing submissions, and liaising with police investigators and defence counsel. In addition, you will be involved with courtroom advocacy, ranging from first appearance courts through to Judge alone Trials and sentencings hearings.

Your knowledge and understanding of key New Zealand statutes and legislation, combined with your desire and motivation to present well-constructed and compelling prosecution cases, will enable you to undertake a vital role in the Criminal Justice Sector and in the operationalisation of New Zealand Police's strategy.

Key accountabilities communication having the skills to effectively communicate with our people, partners and community. Decision making having the critical thinking and problem solving skills to make sound decisions and responses under pressure in a face to face setting.

Law and policy having a sound understanding of prosecution and court processes, and the ability to analyse complex information accurately. Individually Responsible and Accountable - Being accountable for your performance and taking responsibility for your contribution and development. Clear show an understanding of a Prosecutor's purpose within Police and the outcomes we are striving to deliver. Enabling through self-leadership ability to seek opportunities to develop your own skills, knowledge and experience.

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.

Special requirements successful candidate must reside within driveable distance to Rotorua. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full reference and security check prior to any offer of employment being made.

If you are a Police Employee applicant, you must have an LLB degree and have the ability to get a practicing certificate and provide copy of qualification eligibility. If you are a Constabulary applicant, you will require current CPK at the rank of the vacancy you are applying for, and either. Undertake to engage in a leadership programme at the advertised level, at a future date or,

Have qualified under CEP or a previous Career Progression Framework at the vacancy you are applying for transfer costs included for internal applicants. 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".

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. Remuneration for this role is $84,312