Important Information

Thank you for your interest in the Victoria Police Department. If you are considering starting the selection process to become Victoria Police Officer, you should be aware of the following information. An essential part of considering a career in policing is clearly understanding the role and responsibilities of a police officer in today's society. It is imperative that you take time to seriously consider whether you have the necessary qualities, characteristics and strengths needed to adequately perform the job of a police officer.

The following are some of the things you should contemplate before submitting your application to become a Victoria Police Officer.

• Do I meet or exceed the minimum requirements set out in the selection process?
• Am I aware of the daily issues facing Victoria police officers?
• Have I been active in serving my community?
• Do I live a lifestyle that exemplifies high moral and ethical standards?
• Am I emotionally stable and mature?
• Is a healthy lifestyle and physical fitness part of my daily life?
• Am I in good physical health without any medical conditions that would affect my ability to do police work?
• Have I explored and do I understand the nature of police work and the variety of situations I may face as a police officer?
• Am I prepared to work shifts up to 12 hours in duration? Have I considered the effect shift work has on my personal life?
• Do I have a demonstrated ability to work with little supervision individually and in a team environment?
• Have I demonstrated that I can be assertive in situations that require it?
• Can I work effectively with people with diverse backgrounds and ideas in a wide variety of situations?
• Do I have the demonstrated ability to make sound decisions under stress?
• If required, would I be able to use deadly force?