- Based at PNHQ/ RNZPC – Wellington
- Grade – Grade 21
- Office of Constable/Police Employee
- Permanent– Full Time
- NAV
- JR - 5121999
- E tῡ ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā.
- Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face
Mō te tūnga | About the role
If you have the expertise and experience to manage a nationwide large scale enterprise network then this could be the role for you. NZ Police are looking for a motivated technical leader to manage a team of networking and security engineers to deliver the Network Product as the Technical Product Owner – Networks.
We require a network technology professional with the drive and passion to ensure that frontline staff have access to the information they need, when they need it, to ensure they can complete their mission to prevent crime and harm.
We seek someone with strong experience in networking and security technologies, who can advocate to modernise the capability and lead continuous improvement of these technology products.
The technologies that you will provide to your customers as Technical Product Owner, Networks include: -
- Wide and local area networking, including WiFi solutions.
- Secured Internet connectivity, including web filtering, VPN services, Remote access services.
- Identity management technologies
- Classified networks
The Technical Product Owner is a key member of a product development team. They are responsible for managing the product backlog and overseeing the development of products from start to finish to ensure they meet the customers’ needs and priority. They determine the overall vision of their product(s), in accordance with the customers’ future needs.
The Technical Product Owner will track key performance indicators for their products to measure the success, including user engagement and customer satisfaction, identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions about future product development. They manage the delivery of maintenance/sustainment, break/fix and enhancements, utilising the team of networking and security engineers and vendor support contracts.
The Technical Product Owner provides day-to-day delivery leadership to the product team, including the tasking of responsibilities and feedback to Practice Leads on the delivery performance of people within their product team. They also provide advice and feedback to Practice Managers to support the ongoing development of the required technical capability and capacity to meet customer demand.
Additionally, the Technical Product Owner will communicate and collaborate with stakeholders, customers, and the development team to ensure that the product backlog is aligned with business goals and objectives.
Key Accountabilities:
- Proven ability and product knowledge in this product area to be able to provide leadership and mentor the team,
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with other cross-functional teams,
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders, customers, and the product team to ensure that the product backlog is aligned with business goals and objectives,
- Strong planning and organising skills, including knowledge of Agile practices, to provide feedback and guidance to the product team,
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with people at all levels of an organisation,
Ability to lead and manage a team of highly skilled, technical experts in this field.
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.
- A technical understanding or appreciation for the product.
- The use and future technical direction of travel related to the product
- Experience leading cross functional teams that include suppliers
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, principles, and practices
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements
This role is based in the Wellington area. Some travel may be required.
Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to any written offer being made.
This role is set at Strategic Leader level, this means your key purpose is “to lead the strategy, Our Business, and enable our people to deliver it”.
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/03-2024/technical_product_owner_3.pdf
To be eligible for this role, you must obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET national security clearance.
The minimum criteria for this level of national security clearance is:
- NZ Citizen who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or:
- A Permanent Resident who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or
- A citizen of or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, or United States of America, and has a background that can be verified by the NZSIS.
Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:
http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
Mo tātou | About us
New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. We work in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies to deliver on our purpose in ensuring everybody can be safe and feel safe.
Safer People is a prevention focused work group within NZP, supporting the organisation to develop a strong wellness and safety culture. One of the 6 workstreams within, the physical education team (PEO), provides physical support to our employees and Police applicants to ensure they are fit for work and fit for life.
To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link:
Applicant Information Pack (External) - https://www.newcops.govt.nz/sites/default/files/applicant_information_pack_2023_external.pdf
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 $87,306 and $91,353 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 Friday 31st January 2025. 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 Recruitment Manager emma.meates@police.govt.nz
