QPS officers must complete three years in General Duties before specialist roles
Queensland Police officers complete a three-year General Duties tenure, including the First Year Constable Program, before applying for specialist roles.
Queensland Police Service officers must first complete a three-year tenure in General Duties before they can apply for specialist roles and other opportunities, according to a QPS frequently asked questions video.
That period includes the First Year Constable Program, which officers undertake after graduating. The service says the time helps officers build a strong foundation, with broad frontline experience across a wide range of situations and community needs.
Once the three years are complete, officers can apply for vacancies as they arise. The roles named include specialist units such as water police and road policing, as well as leadership positions and opportunities in other locations across Queensland.
The video does not detail selection criteria, the application process or how many positions are available in each area.
Video: QueenslandPolice.
Key questions
- How long must QPS officers work in General Duties before applying for specialist roles?
- Officers complete a three-year tenure in General Duties, which includes the First Year Constable Program after graduation.
- Which specialist roles can Queensland police officers apply for?
- The QPS names specialist units such as water police and road policing, along with leadership roles and positions in other locations across Queensland.
- Can officers apply for vacancies at any time?
- After completing the three-year tenure, officers can apply for vacancies as they arise.