Job Description
Bring your administration expertise and contribute to conservation mahi
Join a supportive workplace with excellent team culture
30 hours per week, 12-month fixed term role based in Hamilton CBD
Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa .
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.
Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.
He angitūtanga | About the role
We are looking for a technical administration star to support our Statutory Process Team (SPT) capture, understand, and assign all Permissions applications received from across New Zealand. These range from the construction of shared cycle paths, to catching and handling our native kiwi, through to the filming of movies and commercials you see on TV.
It’s a fast-paced role in a high-scrutiny environment, in a motivated team with changing priorities and complex workloads. You’ll need to be confident solving issues under pressure while collaborating with the team and more widely.
This is a chance to build your profile, gain exposure to different aspects of our work. You’ll work alongside senior staff who make decisions that support DOC’s vision of nature thriving in Aotearoa and develop skills that will position you strongly for future opportunities.
This is a part time (30 hours per week), 12-month fixed term role to provide cover to the team while the incumbent is on secondment. The role is part of a small, tight-knit, office-based team in Hamilton CBD and is not directly customer facing.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with lots of variety, and who acts with integrity and maintains perspective when challenges arise. The team follows strict processes with tight timeframes, so you'll need mental agility, with the ability to remain calm and level-headed when under pressure. A commitment to Treaty partnership and confidence engaging with iwi and tangata whenua is key.
If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:
Experienced administrator with top-notch customer service
Tech savvy, and able to learn new systems and use them confidently
Competent in Microsoft Office programs for document management
Be a great communicator, both oral and written, as you'll be responding to (at times tricky) enquiries by email from both internal and external stakeholders
A collaborator, and enjoys working in team environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
A background in technical administration or statutory processes with an interest in conservation is beneficial
Understanding or willingness to learn Māori tikanga and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it relates to your work
Work in genuine partnership with Māori and act as an honourable treaty partner
Being a genuine Treaty partner means:
Putting Treaty relationships first in the way we work
Showing respect in every partnership
Growing our Treaty knowledge and Te Ao Māori capability
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What’s in it for you?
At the heart of our success is our strong DOC culture, built on clear values. Our integrity grounds us, our connections take us further together, we empower ourselves and others to do the best work, so we achieve more for nature and New Zealand. DOC is committed to working as an honourable Treaty Partner.
DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Your experience may come from mahi on the marae, with your iwi or hapū, through connections, community or volunteer work, or other roles. We value the wide range of skills, strengths and knowledge that people bring, no matter where they were gained. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
The salary range for this position is $65,070 to $75,981 (pro-rated) with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries , contact Anna Basova, Recruitment Advisor, at abasova@doc.govt.nz
Join a supportive workplace with excellent team culture
30 hours per week, 12-month fixed term role based in Hamilton CBD
Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa .
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.
Ko tā Te Papa Atawhai he tiaki, he whakarauora anō hoki i te taiao puta noa i Aotearoa. He oranga taiao, he oranga tangata.
He angitūtanga | About the role
We are looking for a technical administration star to support our Statutory Process Team (SPT) capture, understand, and assign all Permissions applications received from across New Zealand. These range from the construction of shared cycle paths, to catching and handling our native kiwi, through to the filming of movies and commercials you see on TV.
It’s a fast-paced role in a high-scrutiny environment, in a motivated team with changing priorities and complex workloads. You’ll need to be confident solving issues under pressure while collaborating with the team and more widely.
This is a chance to build your profile, gain exposure to different aspects of our work. You’ll work alongside senior staff who make decisions that support DOC’s vision of nature thriving in Aotearoa and develop skills that will position you strongly for future opportunities.
This is a part time (30 hours per week), 12-month fixed term role to provide cover to the team while the incumbent is on secondment. The role is part of a small, tight-knit, office-based team in Hamilton CBD and is not directly customer facing.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with lots of variety, and who acts with integrity and maintains perspective when challenges arise. The team follows strict processes with tight timeframes, so you'll need mental agility, with the ability to remain calm and level-headed when under pressure. A commitment to Treaty partnership and confidence engaging with iwi and tangata whenua is key.
If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:
Experienced administrator with top-notch customer service
Tech savvy, and able to learn new systems and use them confidently
Competent in Microsoft Office programs for document management
Be a great communicator, both oral and written, as you'll be responding to (at times tricky) enquiries by email from both internal and external stakeholders
A collaborator, and enjoys working in team environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
A background in technical administration or statutory processes with an interest in conservation is beneficial
Understanding or willingness to learn Māori tikanga and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it relates to your work
Work in genuine partnership with Māori and act as an honourable treaty partner
Being a genuine Treaty partner means:
Putting Treaty relationships first in the way we work
Showing respect in every partnership
Growing our Treaty knowledge and Te Ao Māori capability
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What’s in it for you?
At the heart of our success is our strong DOC culture, built on clear values. Our integrity grounds us, our connections take us further together, we empower ourselves and others to do the best work, so we achieve more for nature and New Zealand. DOC is committed to working as an honourable Treaty Partner.
DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Your experience may come from mahi on the marae, with your iwi or hapū, through connections, community or volunteer work, or other roles. We value the wide range of skills, strengths and knowledge that people bring, no matter where they were gained. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
The salary range for this position is $65,070 to $75,981 (pro-rated) with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries , contact Anna Basova, Recruitment Advisor, at abasova@doc.govt.nz
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Statutory Process Support Officer (Part Time, Fixed Term) position is now open for candidates interested in the MIS Executive sector. This role in Hamilton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in MIS Executive is a plus.
