Alcohol Harm Prevention Support Officer

Alcohol Harm Prevention Support Officer!

• Based at Tamaki Makaurau Auckland
• Band C
• Police Employee Only
• Permanent Full Time
• NAV
• JR

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Mō te tūnga About the role

Preventing alcohol related harm in our communities is a key priority of New Zealand Police in partnership with communities businesses and other public sector agencies.

Auckland Police is offering an opportunity for a motivated individual passionate about preventing alcohol related harm to join our Alcohol Harm Prevention Unit in a Support Officer role.

In the Support Officer role you will contribute to Alcohol Harm Prevention by enquiring into and reporting on applications for certificates and licenses associated to the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. You will also ensure accurate recording of alcohol related information into Police computer systems. You will work closely with partner agencies and contribute to enabling and supporting of Constabulary staff involved in Alcohol Harm Prevention.

This is a permanent full- time position based in Auckland City District however there is a requirement to process applications for all three Tamaki Makaurau Policing Districts. It is primarily a business hours role.

Training will be provided to the successful applicants.

Key Accountabilities:

• Prioritise multiple workflows.
• Complete thorough and in-depth enquiries.
• Write clear succinct and accurate reports.
• Be capable of making sound decisions under pressure.
• Manage competing demands and at times high workload.
• Develop and maintain a wide range of positive relationships (internal and external).

He aha taau e kawe mai What youll bring

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.

• Used Microsoft Office (Word PowerPoint Excel) to develop a high standard of reports/presentations and computer literacy.
• Proficiency in data entry and report writing.
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment.

Whakaritenga motuhake Special requirements

• Current CPK at the rank of the vacancy you are applying for (Constabulary only).
• For both Constabulary & Police Employees:
  • Agree to enrol 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 level you are applying for.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 is beneficial but not compulsory.

• An interest in legislation and case law is useful.
• Hold permanent residency or be a New Zealand citizen.
• Have confidence in the ability for you and your immediate family to pass comprehensive security and background checks.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.

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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 governments largest front-line response agency with around 15000 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 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 youll 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.

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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 which include reference drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.

For further information on the application process please copy and paste this URL: 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 from $63526.00 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 in the next stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Monday the 22nd of December 2025. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

Interviews are tentatively scheduled for TBC.

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