Offender Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

Keen to play an active role in furthering New Zealand national security?
Do you have strong interpersonal skills & enjoy engaging with a range of people?
Ready for an autonomous role with real world impact?

Keen to play an active role in furthering New Zealand national security?
Do you have strong interpersonal skills & enjoy engaging with a range of people?
Ready for an autonomous role with real world impact?

Keen to play an active role in furthering New Zealand national

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen hours ago

Corrections Officer - Whanganui Prison

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Whanganui Central, Manawatu

Starting salary of $70,019

Join a values-led organisation doing mahi that matters!

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17h ago

Listed one day ago

Probation Officer - Whangarei

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Build strong relationships within your community!
Support people on their journey to reduce re-offending.
Roles based all in Whangarei

Build strong relationships within your community!
Support people on their journey to reduce re-offending.
Roles based all in Whangarei

Help to reduce re-offending by bringing about positive change in offenders' lives

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Probation Officer Community Work - Kaikohe

at Department of Corrections

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Kaikohe, Northland

Build strong relationships within your community!
Support people on their journey to reduce re-offending.
Roles based all in Whangarei

Build strong relationships within your community!
Support people on their journey to reduce re-offending.
Roles based all in Whangarei

Help to reduce re-offending by bringing about positive change in offenders' lives

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

16h ago

Listed seven days ago

Reducing Reoffending Coordinator

at Serco Asia Pacific

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Every day brings variety and challenge
Strong professional development and career pathways
Subsidised meals and onsite parking available for employees

Every day brings variety and challenge
Strong professional development and career pathways
Subsidised meals and onsite parking available for employees

Serco is a place where you can grow

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed six days ago

Corrections Officer - Mount Eden Corrections Facility

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland

Starting salary $70,019, increasing as you achieve NZQA Levels
We offer stable and long-term career with extensive career opportunities
We offer a unique and purposeful role that makes a difference in our community

Starting salary $70,019, increasing as you achieve NZQA Levels
We offer stable and long-term career with extensive career opportunities
We offer a unique and purposeful role that makes a difference in our community

'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi' - ‘There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Investigation Support Unit Investigator

at New Zealand Police

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Salary within $87,306 - $91,353

ISU Investigators assist with evidence collection, file preparation, and investigative tasks supporting case resolution.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago•Expiring

Listed nine hours ago

Prison Officers - Relocate to Victoria

at Prison Officers, Corrections Victoria

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Earn up to AUD$93,938 with base + penalties (AUD)

$8k sign-on bonus plus up to $10k relocation support
No experience required, fully paid training provided
Multiple full time roles available in the Geelong region

$8k sign-on bonus plus up to $10k relocation support
No experience required, fully paid training provided
Multiple full time roles available in the Geelong region

Ready for a change? Start a new career in as a prison officer with Corrections Victoria. Relocation assistance provided.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9h ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Youth Justice Worker - Nights - relocate to Malmsbury, Victoria

at Youth Justice Workers, Department of Justice and Community Safety

This is a Full time job

Te Atatu South, Auckland

Earn up to AUD $99,645 with a $62,104 base + super (AUD)

Duty of care role based in our scenic Malmsbury facility - opening soon
$10K relocation and training provided, incl. a Certificate IV in Youth Justice
Earn extra through penalty rates and enjoy a wide range of benefits

Duty of care role based in our scenic Malmsbury facility - opening soon
$10K relocation and training provided, incl. a Certificate IV in Youth Justice
Earn extra through penalty rates and enjoy a wide range of benefits

Bring your life experience to youth justice in the historic town of Malmsbury and enjoy paid training, generous penalty rates and job security.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

17d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Corrections Officer - Hawkes Bay Regional Prison

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

The starting salary for this role is $70,019

Join a values-led organisation doing mahi that matters!
We offer stable and long-term careers with excellent development opportunities.
Help we reduce re-offending and foster community safety.

Join a values-led organisation doing mahi that matters!
We offer stable and long-term careers with excellent development opportunities.
Help we reduce re-offending and foster community safety.

Empower and support individuals to make informed decisions, take timely and constructive actions, and progress confidently toward offence-free lives.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Corrections Officer - Invercargill Prison 2026

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

$70,019 - $82,213 dependant on skills & experience

Make a real difference supporting safer communities
Dynamic, rewarding role with varied daily challenges
Paid training and strong career development opportunities

Make a real difference supporting safer communities
Dynamic, rewarding role with varied daily challenges
Paid training and strong career development opportunities

Support rehabilitation and safety by managing daily routines, building rapport, and maintaining security in a dynamic custodial environment.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Corrections Officer - Rimutaka Prison

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

The starting salary for this role is $70,019

We are passionate about employing good people who are good with people
We offer stable and long-term careers with excellent development opportunities
Join us today as we reduce re-offending and foster community safety.

We are passionate about employing good people who are good with people
We offer stable and long-term careers with excellent development opportunities
Join us today as we reduce re-offending and foster community safety.

Empower and support individuals to make informed decisions, take timely and constructive actions, and progress confidently toward offence-free lives.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Prison Officers - Relocate to Victoria

at Prison Officers, Corrections Victoria

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Earn up to AUD$93,938 with base + penalties (AUD)

$8k sign-on bonus plus up to $10k relocation support
No experience required, fully paid training provided
Multiple full time roles available in the Geelong region

$8k sign-on bonus plus up to $10k relocation support
No experience required, fully paid training provided
Multiple full time roles available in the Geelong region

Ready for a change? Start a new career in as a prison officer with Corrections Victoria. Relocation assistance provided.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Social Worker

at Pillars Ka Pou Whakahou

This is a Full time job

Henderson, Auckland

$84,000 – $94,000 per year

Work for a purpose led organisation
Work with an innovative team focused on making a difference
Rewarding work with a supportive organisation

Work for a purpose led organisation
Work with an innovative team focused on making a difference
Rewarding work with a supportive organisation

In this role you will provide support for one of Aotearoa’s most vulnerable yet invisible populations – tamariki and rangatahi with whānau in prison.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Service Manager - Timaru

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

$112,899 - $129,094 per annum

Lead change and deliver outcomes through strong people-centred leadership
Manage a team committed to making a difference for individuals and their whānau
Permanent, full-time role based in Timaru

Lead change and deliver outcomes through strong people-centred leadership
Manage a team committed to making a difference for individuals and their whānau
Permanent, full-time role based in Timaru

Lead and empower a dedicated team to deliver on our organisational strategy and achieve good outcomes for those serving community sentences

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Kaiarahi / Navigator – Reintegration

at Manawatu Prisoners Aid and Rehabilitation Society

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$68,000 – $76,000 per year

Kaiārahi / Navigator providing intensive reintegration support to people with complex needs in prison and community settings.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Support Worker

at Manaaki Tāngata - Victim Support

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

Awesome team & organisation with an inclusive, supportive culture
Great flexible working policy, flexible start & end times, WFH options available
An opportunity to make a real difference in your community

Awesome team & organisation with an inclusive, supportive culture
Great flexible working policy, flexible start & end times, WFH options available
An opportunity to make a real difference in your community

Use your proven skills to provide high quality support to those affected by crime and traumatic events in our community

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Team Leader

at Manaaki Tāngata - Victim Support

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Great values driven team & organisation with an inclusive, supportive culture
Great flexible working policy, flexible start & end times with WFH options
Opportunity to make a real difference in your community

Great values driven team & organisation with an inclusive, supportive culture
Great flexible working policy, flexible start & end times with WFH options
Opportunity to make a real difference in your community

Use your proven management skills to support a team of four providing high quality support to those affected by crime in our community

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Recruitment Advisor

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Waikeria, Waikato(Hybrid)

Key recruitment partner supporting Waikeria Prison and Waikato Hub - Womens.
High-volume, frontline recruitment focus
Join a diverse and evolving team across the upper North Island

Key recruitment partner supporting Waikeria Prison and Waikato Hub - Womens.
High-volume, frontline recruitment focus
Join a diverse and evolving team across the upper North Island

This is a hands-on role with real ownership, where you can influence outcomes and contribute to frontline workforce capability.

subClassification: Recruitment - InternalRecruitment - Internal

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

11h ago

Listed one day ago

Programme Coordinator - Korowai Manaaki

at Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

This is a Full time job

Wiri, Auckland

Permanent, full-time opportunity
We need role models with a passion for supporting and empowering rangatahi

Permanent, full-time opportunity
We need role models with a passion for supporting and empowering rangatahi

As our Programme Coordinator, you can help create positive outcomes for our rangatahi at our Youth Justice Residence - Korowai Manaaki

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

1d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Investigator | Kaihōpara

at Office of the Privacy Commissioner

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$72,500 – $100,000 per year

Challenging, interesting casework
Inclusive, collaborative working environment
Great organisational culture, flexible work options

Challenging, interesting casework
Inclusive, collaborative working environment
Great organisational culture, flexible work options

Investigator role, engaging with compelling and developing privacy issues in a fast moving environment.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

EOI - Corrections Officer - Arohata Prison

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Tawa, Wellington

The starting salary for this role is $70,019

We're passionate about reducing re-offending and fostering community safety
A chance to influence positive change in the lives of women and their whānau
Based at one of three women's prisons in New Zealand

We're passionate about reducing re-offending and fostering community safety
A chance to influence positive change in the lives of women and their whānau
Based at one of three women's prisons in New Zealand

Assist and empower the Wāhine in our care to make better choices, take timely actions, and support their individual journeys toward offence-free lives

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Community Compliance Warden

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

NZD 30 per hour

Be a visible presence in the community patrolling Auckland CBD
Temp assignment - ASAP start until September 2026
Working rotating rosters between 7am - 10pm 7 days a week

Be a visible presence in the community patrolling Auckland CBD
Temp assignment - ASAP start until September 2026
Working rotating rosters between 7am - 10pm 7 days a week

Community-focused role enhancing CBD safety through proactive patrols, respectful engagement, and support for people in need.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

11h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Programme Enrolment Coordinator - National Office

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

The salary range is $67,658 - $95,517 pro rata

Coordinate nationwide programme enrolments to support rehabilitation
Maintain accurate IOMS schedules and data integrity across sites
Partner with case managers for timely, consistent programme access

Coordinate nationwide programme enrolments to support rehabilitation
Maintain accurate IOMS schedules and data integrity across sites
Partner with case managers for timely, consistent programme access

Coordinate national enrolments, maintain IOMS schedules, and partner with sites to ensure timely rehab access and reduce reoffending

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

13d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Corrections Officer - Waikato Hub Women's Prison (ARWCF)

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Waikeria, Waikato

Work for a values-led organisation and be a part of a supportive team
Full training provided and ample opportunity for career progression
5 weeks annual leave, free parking, and free on-site gym

Work for a values-led organisation and be a part of a supportive team
Full training provided and ample opportunity for career progression
5 weeks annual leave, free parking, and free on-site gym

We're looking for more good people to join our whānau and help us achieve and deliver our mahi.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Probation Officers - Wellington Region

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Masterton, Wellington

$70,956 - $91,307

We need positive role models with a passion for empowering others!
This is a challenging role that can have a positive impact on your community.
We have full-time, permanent positions available around the Wellington Region.

We need positive role models with a passion for empowering others!
This is a challenging role that can have a positive impact on your community.
We have full-time, permanent positions available around the Wellington Region.

Help to reduce re-offending by bringing about positive change in offenders' lives.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

20d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Corrections Officer - Waikeria

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Waikeria, Waikato

Work for a values-led organisation and be a part of a supportive team
Full training provided and ample opportunity for career progression
5 weeks annual leave, free parking, and free on-site gym

Work for a values-led organisation and be a part of a supportive team
Full training provided and ample opportunity for career progression
5 weeks annual leave, free parking, and free on-site gym

We're looking for more good people to join our whānau and help us achieve and deliver our mahi.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

21d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Intensive Reintegration Facilitator - Out of Gate

at New Zealand Health Group

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth, Taranaki(Hybrid)

Opportunity to make a difference in your community
Work alongside a supportive, passionate team
Respectful Culture + Career Development Opportunities

Opportunity to make a difference in your community
Work alongside a supportive, passionate team
Respectful Culture + Career Development Opportunities

Join NZCL as a Reintegration Facilitator and make a difference in the New Plymouth community!

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

NIIO Coordinator

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

$60,729 to $80,794.

Variety and challenge in a unique role.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Be part of a purpose-driven organisation.

Variety and challenge in a unique role.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Be part of a purpose-driven organisation.

Be a key link between the Coroner and other relevant parties and join a passionate and dedicated team.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Corrections Officer - Manawatu Prison

at Department of Corrections

This is a Full time job

Feilding, Manawatu

The starting salary for this role is $70,019

We are passionate about employing good people who are good with people
We offer stable and long-term careers with excellent development opportunities
Join us today as we reduce re-offending and foster community safety.

We are passionate about employing good people who are good with people
We offer stable and long-term careers with excellent development opportunities
Join us today as we reduce re-offending and foster community safety.

Empower and support individuals to make informed decisions, take timely and constructive actions, and progress confidently toward offence-free lives.

subClassification: Police & CorrectionsPolice & Corrections

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

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