South Australia Police recruit suitable applicants for training as general duty constables. There is no direct recruitment into specialised sections.

Working with South Australia Police can provide you with an exciting and challenging career. But, you should consider your own characteristics and suitability against the requirements and demands of police work before applying. 

What we are looking for

Check your own characteristics against the following to see if a career with the South Australia Police could suit you.

	I am over 18 years.
	I have education qualifications to year 12 or equivalent studies along with the necessary life skills.
	I am an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency status.
	I am medically and physically fit.
	I am honest, dependable, self-confident, tolerant, understanding and socially aware.
	I have effective written and oral communication skills.
	I can give instructions and respond to instructions.
	I can work effectively as part of a team as well as use my own initiative.
	I can weigh up a situation and decide on an appropriate course of action.
	I am willing to work shifts.
	I am willing to work in any location within the state (metropolitan or country).
	I am committed to protect and work closely with the community.

If you answered yes to the above and you meet the pre-entry requirements you can apply to become a police officer.