Did you know? As Australia's national policing agency, our role is to protect Australians and Australia's interests. We prevent and disrupt threats to lives, livelihoods and Australia's way of life both here and overseas. Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a significant impact on the people of Australia. We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including: Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year additional paid Christmas stand down. 4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year. 18 days of paid personal leave per year. Generous superannuation of 15.4% 18 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay. Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement. Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance Health & wellbeing services - with a focus on early intervention, education, and prevention. Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities The key duties of the position include What will you do? As a National Police Officer with the AFP, you will investigate and prevent crime to keep Australians, and Australia's interests safe. Your day-to-day work will be challenging and rewarding, including: working on complex investigations, often with international partners using information and evidence to determine the appropriate law-enforcement response interviewing witnesses and suspects collecting, preparing, and presenting evidence to the courts working across teams, alongside people in the many different roles in the AFP collaborating with other police forces, at home and abroad. As a police officer in national policing, you will work in one of two areas: Investigative police officers investigate and prevent crimes against Australia. These crimes often extend across state, territory, and national borders. Airport police officers provide protective security at Australian airports. They also support a range of AFP operations. AFP Police officers get paid to train at the AFP College over 24 weeks, including meals and accommodation. On successful completion of training, you will be awarded a Diploma of Policing. Following graduation from the AFP College, Police Officers will receive a starting salary of $84,833 per annum. This is inclusive of a base salary and 22% composite. Penalties and overtime are paid in addition. Officers are deployed across Australia and around the world. We have regional commands in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Adelaide, Perth, and Darwin. There are also opportunities to work in overseas offices and as part of our global operations. As you gain skills and experience, your career with the AFP will evolve. New recruits start at the rank of constable, and progress through ranks including sergeant and inspector. You will also have the opportunity to pursue specialist interests, such as becoming a detective. Watch this video to find out more about National Policing at the AFP.
