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New Zealand Police

Property and Exhibits Officer

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Starting at $61.15 k/yr

Christchurch Central City, Christchurch

Job Description

Property Exhibits Officer!

  • Based at Christchurch Central Police Station
  • Police Employee
  • Permanent – Full Time
  • Nationally Advertised Vacancy
  • JR 6029223


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Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face


Mō te tūnga | About the role

We are offering an exciting opportunity for you to be part of a productive, collaborative and friendly team who are dedicated to making a positive contribution to Our Business.


Working Monday to Friday, you will have the opportunity to learn about the wider organisation while supporting the front line receiving and processing exhibits, managing the exhibits store, assisting with exhibit disposal, and educating officers in best practice. Exhibit Officers operate in a highly restricted area and include the management of items that are restricted in themselves and often of a very high value. Accountability, integrity and trust amongst other things are minimum values that applicants will have to provide as part of the application process. Attention to detail with record keeping is an essential skill requirement.


You will provide excellent customer service and be keen to be part of a high performing team where you are supported and valued.


Attention to detail and a ‘can do’ attitude are a must have.


Key Accountabilities:

  • Accurate and timely service delivery and task completion.
  • Maintain accurate records with attention to detail.
  • Customer service is professional, friendly and collaborative.
  • Effective written and verbal communication with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Thrive in a collaborative, motivated and friendly team.

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


  • Have a ‘can do’ attitude.
  • Work collaboratively with others on the team and our customers.
  • Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication.
  • Actively show initiative to exceed expectations of our customers.
  • Demonstrate sound computer skills.
  • Work with a diverse group of people sometimes in a time constrained environment requiring prioritisation of your work to successfully deliver the best outcome.
  • Require a driver’s licence.
  • Have an excellent level of health and fitness (some heavy lifting required).


Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements

This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements


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/01-2026/property_exhibits_officer.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 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 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: 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 starting at $61,145 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 2nd October. 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 aimee.bridgford@police.govt.nz

Desired Hard Skills

  • Computer Literacy
  • Customer Service (Front Counter)
  • Data Entry
  • File Management
  • Police Systems Proficiency

Desired Soft Skills

  • Time Management
  • Communication
  • Empathy
  • Problem Solving
  • Professionalism

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 📈 Professional Development
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
  • 🌈 Rainbow Tick
  • 🌿 Indigenous Rights
  • 💰 Wage Equality
  • 💸 Living Wage
  • 🙌 Community Focused

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
  • Monday to Friday

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