Overview
The New Zealand Ministry of Justice is recruiting a permanent full-time Court Security Officer based at Hamilton High Court. The role helps maintain a safe and secure court environment for court users, staff and the wider community.
Full job description
Court Security Officers interact with diverse members of the public, support safe access to justice and work as part of a uniformed security team. Hamilton High Court is the home base, but operational needs may require travel to courts in neighboring regions; the Ministry states that travel costs are covered. The position includes accredited training and potential pathways into management or specialist roles.
Requirements & qualifications
Applicants should review the official Ministry of Justice vacancy and position description for the complete security, fitness, background and role-specific requirements. The application requires an online form with a CV and cover letter.
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Verification notes
Verified on the official New Zealand Government Jobs listing on 21 August 2026. Reference NZ/1942767, permanent full-time, Hamilton, Security Services. The listed salary band is NZD 60,729-80,794 per year, with an appointing salary of NZD 63,210-70,674. No visa or sponsorship statement was published, so none was inferred.
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