Police

Police protect and preserve property, public order and safety through the enforcement of laws.

**Indicative skill level:**

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

#### In Australia:

- AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

#### In New Zealand:

- NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

**Tasks include:**

- investigating and prosecuting offences committed in areas such as organised, corporate and computer crime, environmental offences, drug trafficking, fraud, counterfeiting and terrorism - securing and examining scenes of crimes and accidents to locate and obtain evidence for analysis - protecting witnesses and investigating official corruption - maintaining public order and safety - patrolling assigned areas to minimise potential for public disturbance and crime - investigating accidents, crimes, minor offences and citizens' complaints, gathering evidence, and pursuing, arresting and interviewing suspected offenders - testing persons suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and issuing infringement notices for traffic offences - directing and re-routing traffic at congested areas - attending community meetings and answering inquiries from the public where necessary - providing advice and assistance to victims of crime and their families - maintaining records and preparing reports