A Career in Policing tells the real stories of Victoria Police employees' journey into the police service, from recruitment, to the academy, and on the beat.
Victoria Police's official podcast, Police Life: The Experts is returning for season two. Come behind the scenes as we shine a light on our people and their extraordinary skills. The first episode of season two is out on 19 November wherever you get your podcasts. For more information about Victoria Police, go to police.vic.gov.au
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Police Life: The Experts trailer
Go deeper into the world of Victoria Police with our new podcast, Police Life: The Experts.
Tune in and get a unique insight into Victoria Police and its people.
In this four-episode podcast series, hear about the incredible work of negotiators in the Critical Incident Response Team, and the dedication of investigators in the Major Collision Investigation Unit.
You’ll also get to know a tenacious detective in country Victoria, and the DNA experts within the Forensic Services Department.
Join us as we shine a light on our people and their extraordinary skills. Episode one is out on February 20.
Learn more about the work of Victoria Police at police.vic.gov.au
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 01: The Recruitment Process
In the first episode of the Victoria Police Recruitment Podcast we take you through the 11 stages of the recruitment process for the Police Officer role.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
For entry requirements https://www.police.vic.gov.au/police-entry-requirements (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/police-entry-requirements)For FAQ https://www.police.vic.gov.au/police-faqs (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/police-faqs) For Forms https://www.police.vic.gov.au/police-forms-0 (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/police-forms-0)
Please note: BMI has been removed as an assessed component of the recruitment process, however, your height and weight will still form part of a holistic assessment of your application.
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 11: Specialist Areas
In episode 11 we discuss some different opportunities available to you once you complete your 2-4 years in a general duties role. Hear from two Police Officers from the Water Police and the Operations Response Unit about their experience working in a specialist area.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
For more information on Specialist Areas https://www.police.vic.gov.au/specialist-areas-0 (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/specialist-areas-0)
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 07: Diversity at Victoria Police
In episode seven we discuss the importance of diversity at Victoria Police. Hear from a Police Officer and a Protective Services Officer who identify as coming from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds and their experiences working at Victoria Police.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 06: Younger Applicants
In episode six we discuss joining Victoria Police at a young age. Hear from two Police Officers who joined at 18 and 19 straight after finishing high school and learn about what you can do to gain life experience while you’re still in school.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 08: Protective Services Officer Role
In episode eight we discuss an alternative role to the Police Officer role, the Protective Services Officer (PSO) role. Hear from two PSOs about their experience at the Academy and life on the job.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
For entry requirements https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pso-entry-requirements (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pso-entry-requirements)
For FAQ https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pso-faqs (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pso-faqs)
For Forms https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pso-forms (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pso-forms)
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 04: Life at the Academy
In episode four we discuss what life is like at the Academy. If you’re successful in the recruitment process this is where you will spend 31 weeks training. Hear from two Police Officers about what their experience at the Academy was like, including their biggest challenges and rewarding experiences.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 10: Life after the Academy
In episode 10 we discuss what life is like when you leave the Academy. Hear from two Police Officers about how they felt on their first day of the job and the ongoing learning and development they went through.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 02: Entrance Exam and Fitness Test
In episode two we discuss the Entrance Exam and Fitness Test components of the recruitment process. Hear from two Police Officers about how they prepared for these stages and their experiences of the recruitment process and life on the job.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
For Entrance Exam and Fitness Test resources https://www.police.vic.gov.au/resources (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/resources)
Please note: BMI has been removed as an assessed component of the recruitment process, however, your height and weight will still form part of a holistic assessment of your application.
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 03: Video and Panel Interview
In episode three we discuss the Video Interview and Panel Interview stages of the recruitment process. Hear from two Police Officers on their experience with interviewing for Victoria Police and their motivation for applying.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
For Entrance Exam and Fitness Test resources https://www.police.vic.gov.au/resources (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/resources)
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 09: Police Custody Officer Role
In episode nine we discuss an alternative role to the Police Officer role, the Police Custody Officer (PCO) role. Hear from two PCOs about their experience at the Academy and life on the job.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
For entry requirements https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pco-entry-requirements (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pco-entry-requirements)
For FAQ https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pco-faqs (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pco-faqs)
For Resources https://www.police.vic.gov.au/resources (https://www.police.vic.gov.au/resources)
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4 Feb 2020
Ep 05: Women in Policing
In episode five we discuss the importance of women in policing as well as common misconceptions about the role. Hear from two female Police Officers about their experiences as women in policing including the challenges, rewards and realities of having a family.
For more information visit www.policecareer.vic.gov.au (http://www.policecareer.vic.gov.au)
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