About the Custody Support Officer Role
Custody Support Officers play a vital role assisting police with the safe admission, custody and release of detainees at station-based lockups. This is a physical role in a unique environment where no two days are the same.
They contribute to the safe, secure and efficient operation of police station lockups by undertaking a range of operational and administrative functions relating to the admission, custody and release of detainees. Custody Support Officers ensure compliance with custodial care and prisoner management lock-up processes.
Career Opportunities in Regional WA
The WA Police Force is hiring for Custody Support Officer roles stationed in regional Western Australia. Positions are being offered on a 12 month contract basis from commencement of training with potential for extension or permanency.
Successful applicants will undertake training at the WA Police Academy, Joondalup. Accommodation during training will be provided for those travelling from regional Western Australia.
Housing is not provided in the advertised locations and applicants will be expected to travel within WA on a regular basis as a key component of their duties.
Applications Now Open!
Become a Custody Support Officer! WA Police are now hiring Custody Support Officers for metropolitan and regional placements. If you meet the requirements, apply today!
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Am I Eligible?
You must be aged 17 or over, be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia, hold a current Driver's Licence with and be physically and psychologically capable.
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The Recruitment Process
We will confirm the status of your application in two weeks upon submission. You will then go on to testing and interviews across three to four months to ensure you meet the criteria.
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Training at the Academy
Successful applicants will undertake eight weeks of training at the WA Police Academy, followed by a further four weeks on the job training at the Perth Watch House.
8 weeks at the Police Academy 4 weeks at the Perth Watch House -
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On the Job
Custody Support Officers will be supported, guided and mentored to learn all elements of the job to ensure you become the best Police Auxiliary Officer possible.
9 month probation period -
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