Today, Commissioner Katarina Carroll and Assistant Commissioner Mark Kelly welcomed 91 new officers into the Queensland Police Service (QPS).
The new officers include 72 recruits and 19 graduates of the PACE program.
Commissioner Carroll said the recruit program graduates were the first intake to partake in an extended 34-week program, up from 26 weeks.
“Congratulations to our newest officers who officially join QPS as First Year Constables today,” said Commissioner Carroll.
“Coming from a vast range of backgrounds including health, science, corrections, defence, retail, hospitality, education, administration and manual trades, you each bring a unique set of skills to the Service.
“As a Service, we continue to look for people with diverse backgrounds and from walks of life that reflect the community we serve, and I am excited to see what these new officers can bring to our organisation.
“Our job is like no other, and your experience will help us make a positive difference.”
The recruit induction ceremony, held at QPS Oxley Academy’s Tom Molloy Parade Ground, celebrated the graduates’ efforts over the course of their training before they embark on their careers as First Year Constables.
The 91 officers’ initial year in the Service will see them take on unique policing experiences across the state with many venturing to rural stations.
Throughout their probationary period, they will rotate their allocated stations, allowing them broad exposure and opportunity to respond to a variety of policing situations.
The cohort’s diversity in age and professional backgrounds serves as a reminder for those looking for a challenging and rewarding career, to consider a position within QPS.
The QPS is embarking on its biggest ever police recruitment campaign with new incentives announced last week for new recruits including extra financial support while training at police academies.
For more information on applying to the Queensland Police Service, visit www.policerecruit.qld.gov.au.
Police officers aren’t born, they’re made, with every challenge or adversity overcome, and their personal values, helping to shape them into great officers who can make a real difference.
There is no better time to join the QPS. You’re already ready.
Visit PoliceRecruit.com.au to check your eligibility today.
