Intelligence Analyst

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Career Opportunities: Intelligence Analyst (5820745)

Requisition ID 5820745 - Posted - Waikato - Permanent FT

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Intelligence Analyst

Waikato District HQ, based at Hamilton Central Police Station
Band G
Office of Constable / Police Employee
Permanent - Full time

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Mō te tūnga | About the role

Do you want to prevent crime and harm, and contribute to making New Zealand (NZ) the safest country? As an intelligence professional in the NZ Police this will be your focus every day.

Intelligence is an indispensable enabler for NZ Police that touches on every part of what we do. Annually, Police Intelligence produces approximately 50,000 products. Some are short and tactically focussed, supporting day-to-day decisions. Other intelligence products are more in-depth with a longer-term focus aiding the development of long-term operational plans and organisational strategy.

As an Intelligence Analyst you will be required to use a range of information sources, apply analytical tools and techniques to understand complex policing problems, and develop compelling, critical analysis and advice to inform prevention and enforcement. You will also start/continue your journey of learning and development as a skilled Intelligence Professional.

We are looking for people who are self-motivated, innovative, inquisitive, committed to excellence, resilient, and firmly focussed on enhancing decision-making within NZ Police through the provision of timely, accurate and relevant intelligence.

Key Accountabilities:

Interpret the operating environment and deliver insights and early warnings on relevant crime and harm issues, and areas of public safety concern.
Proactively identify emerging or escalating trends in crime and harm and identify opportunities to prevent crime and harm.
Demonstrate critical thinking and apply analytical techniques and crime science theory to analyses.
Provide accurate, objective, and impartial intelligence insights, advice, and solutions within a timely manner. Provide sound reasoning within intelligence products to inform, support, and effectively influence decision makers.
Prepare and provide clear and concise written reports and verbal briefings appropriate to a range of audiences.
Contribute to core intelligence reporting and deliverables of the team. Collaborate on projects and group analysis.
Deliver intelligence assessments to inform tactical deployments and identify emerging risks.
Effectively manage competing priorities and demands to deliver quality work within agreed timeframes.
Demonstrate a committed, positive attitude towards teamwork and professional development. Develop and maintain an understanding of the NZ Police intelligence model and the role this position plays within it.
Champion diverse worldviews, different perspectives, and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, identifying opportunities to reflect these in Intelligence products.

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

While 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 Police, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.

Demonstrate a committed, positive attitude to continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to development and a willingness to give and receive feedback.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
An ability to manage competing priorities and maintain quality outputs within strict timeframes. Able to remain agile and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Demonstrate a professional, positive, and collaborative approach to work, including with stakeholders.
Be able to apply critical thinking and analytical tools to interpret information and data, provide hindsight, insight, and foresight, and influence decision makers on a range of complex problems and issues.
Be naturally inquisitive, apply creative thinking, and show initiative.
An understanding of and commitment to Our Business and Our Values.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements

This is an office-based role in Hamilton. Successful applicants must reside in Hamilton or must relocate.
New Zealand or Australian citizenship, or a permanent New Zealand resident.
Hold the NZ Diploma in Intelligence Analysis (NZDIA) or equivalent, or able to complete NZDIA modules early in employment. This requires travel to RNZPC for multiple two-week courses delivered on-site (Porirua).
You may occasionally be required to work outside of set work hours and alternative locations, sometimes at short notice, for operational reasons. Shift work may be required to meet operational demand.
Must be able to work rostered weekends.
Must be willing to rotate into and/or backfill Tactical Intelligence role as/when required.
Some domestic travel may be required.
Hold a tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline.

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:

Security Clearance Requirements

To be eligible for this role, you may be asked to 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:

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.

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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 at $87,306 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 the 21st of May 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 elzarie.geyer@police.govt.nz

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