Senior Special Constable
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LocationSydney Region-Sydney - East
Also inSurry Hills
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentSecurity Management Group, Counter Terrorism & Special Tactics
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 26, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Knowledge of legislations, policies and procedures in relation to security management
Experience leading a team through high pressure situations
Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force
Current serving Special Constable
Australian Citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or New Zealand citizen
National Police (criminal history) Check
Benefits
Competitive salary
Flexible work options
Opportunity to purchase leave
Annual leave loading
Corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the fitness passport
Free annual influenza vaccination
Salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease
Convenient location for public transport and to shops etc
In house gym facilities
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Senior Special Constable
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Ongoing, Full-Time (x2)
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Surry Hills
About us
The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.
About the role
We have an opportunity for 2Senior Special Constable (Security) to be part of our Security Management Group, Counter Terrorism & Special Tactics team. The Senior Special Constable provides a quality protective security service to selected NSW Police Force and external agency sites and facilities, ensuring an overall safe and secure working environment for personnel, property and information.
Please note that the role is ONLY OPEN to current serving Special Constables.
View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)
What we can offer you
At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:
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competitive salary;
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flexible work options;
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opportunity to purchase leave;
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annual leave loading;
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corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
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free annual influenza vaccination;
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salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
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convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and
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in-house gym facilities.
How to Apply
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.
To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.
Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.
Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.
Target Question 1:
Describe your knowledge of legislations, policies and procedures in relation to security management. What methods do you use to ensure efficient and effective security services for NSWPF and external agency sites?
Target Question 2:
Provide an example of when you have had to lead a team through a high pressure situation. What did you do? What was the outcome?
Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.
If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Chief Inspector Michael Cruickshank via (02) 92654568
Requirements
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:
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an Australian Citizen;
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a permanent resident of Australia; or
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a New Zealand citizen.
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
Our commitment to Diversity
At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.
We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:
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Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]
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Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
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Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here
For Technical assistance please contact: [email protected] (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line)
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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