Police Officer

Tasks Include:

  • maintains public order and safety
  • patrols assigned areas minimising potential for public
    disturbance and crime
  • investigates accidents, crimes, minor offences, citizens’
    complaints and interviews victims
  • gathers evidence, pursues, arrests and interviews suspected
    criminals
  • searches property, vehicles and persons for illegal items
  • tests persons suspected of driving under the influence of
    alcohol and drugs, and issues infringement notices for traffic
    and other offences
  • provides counselling to victims of crime and their families
  • checks establishments to ensure licensing and other laws are
    followed
  • maintains records and prepares reports
  • may prepare briefs and give evidence in court
  • may provide specialised responses in emergency situations
    and guard designated people and buildings

Specialisations:

  • Bomb Squad Officer
  • Detective
  • Mounted Police Officer
  • Search and Rescue Officer
  • Tactical Response Group Officer