Check if you're eligible
All returning WA Police Force officers will need to meet the basic mandatory requirements before rejoining the team.
01. Check If You're Eligible
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I have previously been part of the WA Police Force and passed probation.
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I am an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Australian Resident.
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I hold a current Manual 'C' or Automatic 'C-A' class Driver's Licence with no more than 8 demerit points.
Provisional licences are acceptable, with no more than two demerit points in the first year and five demerit points in the second year, upon application.
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I have a current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID003 or HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid).
This can be completed within 90-days of submitting your application.
Great News!
You appear to meet the basic mandatory requirements for re-joining the WA Police Force.
Did you leave the WA Police Force more than 2 years ago?
If you have been away from the WA Police Force for two to five years, you will be required to complete the Transition Officer training course at the WA Police Academy.
Rejoin the WA Police Force
We need people from all walks of life, with a diverse range of skills, work history and life experience. It's never too late to rejoin and kickstart your policing career again.
What we are looking for?
It's important that you have a strong sense of purpose in creating a safe, inclusive community. We look for well-rounded individuals who want to make a difference and have values that align with the WA Police Force.
Personal Drive and Integrity
Supports Strategic Direction
Achieves Results
Builds Productive Working Relationships
Communicates with Influence
A force that reflects the community
The WA Police Force are made of a diverse range of people who serve the diverse community we live in.
A team that has your back
Create life-long friendships and meet a variety of people from a community who will help you succeed.
Flexibility to fit your lifestyle
With six-weeks paid annual leave, parental leave and flexible rosters, you can ensure you experience the best parts of life while pursuing a career with the WA Police Force.
Your questions answered
Will my previous police service be recognised?
Yes. If you've been away from the WA Police Force between two and five years, successful returning applicants will receive rank recognition (to a maximum of Senior Constable).
Do I need to retrain?
If you've been away from two to five years you'll need to complete a 13-week course. If you've been away for more than five years you'll be expected to undergo the full 28-weeks training (same as new entry-level officers).
How will my rank and salary be determined?
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 |
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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 |
