Workforce Coordinator

Workforce Coordinator!

• Based at Christchurch CJESP


• Band C


• Police Employee


• Fixed Term Contract for 16 months – Full time


• NAV


• JR 5970453

E tῡ ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā.

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Mō te tūnga | About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our Canterbury District Workforce team based in Christchurch.

This role supports the Canterbury Police District team, managers, and staff to enable our people to deliver Our Business through management of rosters, abstractions, training certifications, deploy ability and job transfers.

In this role you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day variations arising in rosters resulting from unscheduled absences from duty, negotiated changes of duty, leave requirements, or other operational contingencies. You will also be required to match absence requests against the roster and process leave requests in accordance with authorised "minimum numbers" rules.

You will enjoy being part of a high functioning team, have sound judgment, an eye for detail and an ability to build rapport with a wide range of people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manages day-to-day variations in employee and workgroup rosters to ensure the roster remains accurate and effective in meeting the workload demands of the district.


• Managed mandatory training required for staff (eg PCT, Firearms, First Aid etc.)


• Approves or declines leave or absence requests in accordance with agreed workgroup business rules to maintain optimum staffing levels.


• Co-operate and work effectively with other team members/employees to achieve team goals and standards.


• Prepare and present (written or verbal) information in a clear and concise way.


• Enter, update and report on computer-based record keeping/filing systems.

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.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills


• Excellent communicator with a proven ability to adapt and build strong engagement.


• Brings a strong eye for detail, takes initiative and effectively resolves challenges.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment


• Contribute to a positive and inclusive team culture


• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), producing reports and presentations to a high standard


• Knowledge of organisational systems including MyPolice, Kronos, and SuccessFactors is an advantage

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/11-2025/workforce_coordinator.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 between $63,526 and $66,312 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 Wednesday 24th June 2026. 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 [email protected]