Right from entry level, the role of a general duties police officer is challenging and rewarding.If you are made for more, apply for an exciting career as a police officer, where no two days are the same. Who we are looking for Have great communication and relationship-building skillsHave a strong work ethic and good judgmentHave a drive to protect all parts of our diverse Victorian communityHave experience successfully managing a full-time workloadFeel fit and healthy, and ready to take on anything?If you answered yes, then we'd love you to apply to join our team.You will need to submit an online application form, including your information and some longer written responses.Here's what to have ready when you start:Your birth certificateProof of citizenship, permanent residency, or a special category visa status (in the case of New Zealand)Change of name documents (if applicable)Valid Australian driver license (provisional licenses are acceptable)Current first aid certificate Set yourself up for success To apply with the best chance of success, we encourage you to:Allow at least 45 minutes to complete your online applicationTake your time to complete your application, as we assess the content, grammar, and spelling in your responsesBe truthful about any prior offences Start your online application Ready to begin? Start your online application journey in our careers portal. What happens after you submit your application Our recruitment team will assess your application and responses.We invite applicants who pass the assessment to progress to the recruitment gateway exam.On average, the recruitment process takes between 3-6 months to complete. Previous policing experience Prior policing experience from across Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom may be recognized when applying for a role as a Victoria Police officer.Even if we can't recognize your experience, it may still assist your application.There are options for past police officers to return to Victoria Police via a reappointment process.Learn about the reappointment process and how to return to Victoria Police as a: