This is a pool recruitment process (Pool ref 00248).
An exciting opportunity exists for physically fit, dynamic, people wishing to make a difference and contribute to the community. Western Australia Police are seeking well-rounded individuals who are fit, psychologically resilient and can meet the 5 essential criteria for a Police Auxiliary Officer (Protective Service Officer) which include:
- Analytical, comprehension and problem-solving skills
- Adaptability and judgement
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Personal drive and integrity
- Team Work
As a Police Auxiliary Officer (Protective Service Officer) you will provide essential support to WA Police by providing protective security services across a number of buildings, such as Parliament House, Police Headquarters and Curtin House, designated places and events. Protective Service Officers will be deployed to key locations around the metropolitan area where you will be required to become familiar with the location and the surrounding environment. It's the ideal way to gain invaluable insights and make a real contribution to the community.
You will be trained to play a crucial support role to Police Officers. You will be given select police powers whilst on duty which will include the power to carry firearms and a Taser. This is a shift work position in accordance with the relevant industrial agreement provisions.
Successful applicants will be placed in a pool and selected to fill current vacancies and those arising within the next 12 months.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
Supports WA Police by providing protective security services across a number of buildings, designated places and events.
Applicants wishing to apply must:
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident.
- Possess a Manual Motor Driver’s Licence with no more than 8 demerit points.
- Applicants are required to pass a Physical Performance Evaluation as part of the recruitment process. To familiarise yourself with the standard required, please visit https://www.stepforward.wa.gov.au/join-wa-police/police-auxiliary-officer-protective-service-officer/. It is important you can meet the Physical Performance Evaluation requirements upon application. As this is a campaign applicants will only be provided with one attempt at the Physical Performance Evaluation.
SPECIALIST PRE-REQUISITES
A number of specialist pre-requisite requirements are to be met, which are outlined in the Position Description (PAO 002).
OTHER CONDITIONS
Successful applicants will complete a 12 week training course at the WA Police Academy, located in Joondalup and will be provided with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Should the successful applicant/s decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Currently there is no pool expiry, however, police recruiting reserves the right to review and remove applicants from the selection pool at any time.
Any relocation costs associated with appointment to this position will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Mailed Applications
- Photocopy the documents required as listed on the Applicants Checklist. Present the originals and photocopied documents to a qualified person to be certified.
- (Please visit the www.stepforward.wa.gov.au website for a full list of qualified persons).
- Forward the certified copies to Police Recruiting with the application form.
- Retain the originals.
Hand Delivered Applications
- Photocopy the documents required as listed on the Applicants Checklist.
- Present originals and photocopied documents to Police Recruiting. Originals will be sighted, certified and returned to you.
Emailed Applications
- Photocopy the documents required as listed on the Applicants Checklist.
- Present the originals and photocopied documents to a qualified person to be certified. (Please visit the www.stepforward.wa.gov.au website for full list of qualified persons).
- Scan and email the application form and all certified documents to police.recruiting@police.wa.gov.au. The application form and certified documents must be scanned as one document in PDF format with your surname and first name in the subject line EG SMITH John WA Police Application.
SUBSTANTIVE EQUALITY & OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH (OSH) STATEMENT
The Western Australia Police is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal Australians, young people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency.
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is a vital component within WA Police. Safety is a partnership between the employer and their employees and it relies on all of us working together to ensure that everyone is safe in their working environment, which enables them to go home safely. We incorporate safety in every part of our business and it is an integral part of the decision-making process.
FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION
For further information in relation to the recruitment process and the job role and to download an application form please visit https://www.stepforward.wa.gov.au/join-wa-police/police-auxiliary-officer-protective-service-officer or contact Hilary King on telephone number (08) 9301 9735.
Applications now open.
