You appear to meet the basic mandatory requirements for making the move to the WA Police Force. Please note that any body art, such as tattoos, or body modifications will need to be assessed upon applying. You will also need to complete an Integrity Declaration to ensure you meet the standards of the WA Police Force.
Explore unique parts of our great state while getting paid. Every day is an adventure when you work with the WA Police Force.
Work with a diverse, experienced team of people who will help you succeed in your policing career.
The WA Police Force pride itself on representing our community which is home to people from all walks of life.
It's important you have a strong sense of purpose in creating a safe, thriving WA community. We look for versatile individuals who have passion, empathy and drive.
If you are a current Police Officer from the following areas we will be able to recognise your years of service: Australia, New Zealand, Australian Federal Police (excluding Protective Services)
Yes. If you are from Policing jurisdictions of the United Kingdom (excluding British Transport Police and Military/Defence Force Police) and the Republic of Ireland. Learn more.
The rank and level of salary for transitional officers is determined with reference to the table below. Recognition of prior service is based on completed years, excluding months of an incomplete year of service.
| Complete Years’ Service with Compatible Policing Jurisdiction | Recognised Service on Completion of Training at the WA Police Academy | Salary on Completion of Training at the WA Police Academy |
|---|---|---|
Less than one year of service | Nil | N/A |
One year but less than two years’ of service | If probation not completed, no recognition of prior service. Applicant to be assessed as a normal recruit applicant and undertake full academy Police Officer (Entry-Level) course. | N/A |
If probationary requirements completed, one year recognised service | Constable second year of service | |
Two years’ but less than three years’ of service | Two years’ recognised service | Constable third year of service |
Three years’ but less than four years’ of service | Three years’ recognised service | Constable fourth year of service |
Four years’ but less than five years’ of service | Four years’ recognised service | Constable fifth year of service |
Five years’ service | Five years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable base rate salary then applies |
Six years’ service | Six years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable base rate salary then applies |
Seven years’ service | Seven years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable increment salary then applies |
Eight years’ service | Eight years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable increment salary then applies |
Nine years’ service, or more | Nine years’ recognised service | Constable, fifth year of service and thereafter until completion of requirements to attain First-Class Constable. First-Class Constable increment salary then applies until requirements to attain the rank of Senior Constable are successfully completed |
