All policing roles involve a detailed recruitment process.
To give you an idea of what’s ahead, these are the recruitment stages all applicants will experience:
- Application Process
- Eligibility Checks
- Entrance Exam
- Background Checks
- Fitness Test
- Psych Testing
- Health Checks
- Comprehensive Checks
- Panel Interview
The recruitment process will generally take in excess of 6 months, so we urge you to start preparing now! The quicker you book your exam and return your medical and other documentation, the faster your application can progress.
General requirements
Whichever role you decide on, you’ll need to meet the following requirements to be eligible to apply:
- 18 years of age or over
- Australian citizenship or permanent residence or New Zealand citizenship with special category visa
- Body Mass Index (BMI) standard
- Good character and reputation
- First Aid certificate
Specific requirements for each role