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Explore over 200 diverse roles. Find the right pathway to make your mark.

Start your legendary career with the AFP

At the Australian Federal Police, everyday people do legendary work in over 200 diverse roles. From sworn roles like national policing officer, ACT Policing officer and protective service officer, through to specialist and support roles.

A culturally safe and inclusive workplace. Where you can make a difference, just by being you. At the AFP, we're looking for unique perspectives. Australian citizens from all walks of life.

Help us do extraordinary work.

Explore our sworn roles

Protective service officer

Join our team and be a first responder to national security threats.

Police officer – national

Combat crime with one of the most advanced police forces in the world.

Police officer – ACT

Keep the community safe by investigating and preventing crime.

Think we only employ police? Think again! Our workforce includes a diverse range of Australians from all walks of life. We each contribute to AFP's mission in different ways. Learn more about the variety of roles we have on offer.

Explore all roles

Where are you going next?

While opportunities exist with the AFP across Australia, we're specifically looking to grow our sworn officer workforce in these locations.

Canberra ACT

A good life in a laid-back city.

Perth WA

A beautiful city with a vibrant future.

Exmouth WA

A stunning coastal location.

Geraldton WA

A laid-back coastal city.

Pine Gap NT

Adventure in Central Australia.

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Learn more about the roles we offer from our people.

Join us for a free online information session. Come and talk to us at a Careers Expo.

 

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You'll find a role that's right for you. Our people work in over 200 roles across Australia and around the world.

Where could a role with the AFP take you?

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Make your way

You'll find a pathway to the AFP that's right for you.

Take a look. There are more options than you think. And our recruitment team will help you every step of the way.

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Everyone is welcome

Bring your unique background and experience to the AFP. Where everyday people do legendary work. Australia-wide.

The AFP loves different cultures and experiences. It helps build a successful investigative capability when you have a wide range of experiences and worldly people working together.

Kenny

Senior Constable

Criminal Assets Confiscation Taskforce

Rewarding career

Generous starting salaries and a career that'll really take you places.

'The money's good – and the time off is amazing!'

Sarah

Protective Service Officer, Specialist Protective Command

 

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From sworn policing and protection roles to specialist and corporate support roles. Australia-wide. Grow your career with the AFP.

Do you want to be part of a team committed to protecting Australians and Australia's interests?

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