The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is seeking experienced police officers to join our ranks. This is a unique opportunity for individuals with a passion for law enforcement and a desire to make a difference in their communities.
This role requires candidates to have a minimum of three years of operational policing experience in an Australian jurisdiction. They must also possess strong skills and experience relevant to one or multiple of the following areas:
* Criminal investigations into serious and organised crime
* Counter terrorism
* Tactical Response Group including K9, Bomb Response, Discreet Operations
* Fraud & Economic Crime
* Police Driver Trainers
* Close Personal Protection
In this role, you will play a critical part in protecting Australia and Australians from serious crime. You will work closely with other members of the AFP to investigate and prevent crimes against the Commonwealth.
To be eligible for this role, applicants must meet the following requirements:
* Be an Australian Citizen
* Have a minimum of three years operational policing experience in an Australian jurisdiction
* Have not been separated from your jurisdictional policing role for a period of more than five years
* Hold a formal policing qualification such as a Diploma of Public Safety (Policing) or equivalent
* Have a current driver's licence
* Able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1/Negative Vetting 2 security clearance
* Hold a First Aid Certificate including CPR (valid for entire training period)
* Provide evidence of ability to swim 100 metres freestyle non-stop and unaided
Applicants must submit the following documents via our portal upon applying for this position:
* Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences.
* Proof of Australian Citizenship - Upload evidence of a valid Australian Passport or Birth Certificate.
* Current Drivers Licence (front and back) - Include a photocopy of both the front and back of your Australian drivers' licence.
* Education Certificates - Must include your Diploma of Policing Certificate or equivalent.
Becoming a Member of the AFP
The AFP offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.
Members will commence with the AFP at a rank of up to Leading Senior Constable based on previous police service. Members who successfully complete the Skilled Police Program will be immediately deployed to roles based on organisational requirements (taking into account role and location preferences where possible).
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity and inclusion is an operational priority for the AFP. To be an effective police force, we must be reflective of the community we serve, working across languages, cultures and transnational borders.
We appreciate that everyone is unique and acknowledge that diversity in thought leads to greater transparency and improved consideration in our decision making. To support our employees, we also provide flexible work arrangements.