The South Australia Police (SAPOL) are actively seeking suitable applicants who are interested in an exciting and challenging career as a Police Officer. The State Government has committed to an additional 400 police officers over the next four years creating more opportunities than ever to be part of this diverse and rewarding profession. SAPOL is a great place to work and offers a career with a future. Every day presents new and interesting challenges and new flexible working conditions are among the many tangible benefits provided. When you have qualified and been appointed as a police constable (generally after two years) the professional training and development, and career paths open to you are many and varied. 
South Australia Police offers 'careers within a career' with over 40 specialist sections open to officers with appropriate qualifications and aptitude, including: - Criminal investigation
- Special Task and Rescue (including Negotiator, Explosive, Mounted, Water and Dog Operations Units)
- Crime scene examination
- Licensing enforcement
- Firearms
- Prosecution
- Community and youth programs
- Traffic operation
- Crime reduction
- State protective security
Following graduation, police officers may continue study towards qualifications for promotion, embark on in service training courses and gain experience in general duties policing in preparation for their choice of career. SAPOL has provisions to access study leave for approved courses. Initial training at the Police Academy is linked to external tertiary qualifications and police will soon be able to work towards a degree while performing their job. People can also apply their existing university qualifications as SAPOL has a focus on management and leadership skills, both in the operational policing environment and contemporary management practices. Training and professional development options available include: - Diploma in Public Safety (Policing)
- Advanced Diploma in Policing
- Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Police Investigations) - a nationally accredited qualification
- Detective Training Course
- Prosecutors Qualifying Course
- an Overseas Exchange Program.
Joining SAPOLFollow the instructions and advice in the recruitment process section. You must meet the pre-entry requirements before applying. If you are successful in the selection process you'll be invited to start the Constable Development Program at the Police Academy.
More InformationFor more information, contact South Australia Police Recruiting Section Careers brochure  PDF (323.6 KB)
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