Entry Level Recruit Program

ACT Policing; Canberra; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

ACT Policing recruitment offers a structured entry route to become a sworn officer, with training that covers core policing functions and firearms powers. You will be part of a rigorous program designed to develop practical skills and professional conduct in frontline duties.

As a recruit you’ll complete six months of paid training at the College, earn the POL50124 Diploma of Policing, and undertake practical training including defensive tactics and driver training.

Qualifications

• Must be an Australian citizen.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum educational level of a Year 10 Certificate, or higher.
• Must hold a valid Australian driver’s licence (P Plates accepted).

Responsibilities

• Complete 6 months of paid training at the College.
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification: POL50124 Diploma of Policing.
• Undertake practical training including defensive tactics and driver training.
• Graduate, be sworn in, and commence operational duties.

Education

Year 10 Certificate

Job description

This is your entry point into a rewarding career, where everyday people do legendary work.

What does being an ACT Policing Recruit mean?

As an ACT Policing Recruit, you\'ll enter a structured training pathway to become a sworn officer. Sworn officers are frontline ACT Policing members who wear a uniform, carry a firearm, and have legislated law enforcement powers. If successful, you will:

• Complete 6 months of paid training at the College
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification: POL50124 Diploma of Policing
• Undertake practical training including defensive tactics and driver training
• Graduate, be sworn in, and commence operational duties.

To be eligible, at the time of registering your details, you must:

• Be an Australian citizen
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have attained a minimum educational level of a Year 10 Certificate, or higher
• Hold a valid Australian driver\'s licence (P Plates are accepted)

What\'s the selection process?

The AFP selection process is comprehensive and competitive. You\'ll be guided at each stage by our Recruitment team. Successful candidates are placed in a Merit Pool, from which you\'ll be offered a role on a particular recruit course. If successful, your start date will be determined by which recruit course you\'re assigned to. We run many courses throughout the year, and exactly which course you join is based on the location you apply for and accept at the time of your offer.

As a new recruit, you are paid to train, starting from $64,754. Following graduation, your salary will increase as per our Enterprise Agreement (EA). You can view further information on entry level recruit salaries and other benefits on our website.

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