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What’s the next best thing to a conversation with a cop – ChatCops!
There can be a lot of unknowns when you’re thinking about becoming a Police Officer, but we’re here to help. Staff from around the country have answered questions that are frequently asked by applicants.
If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, check out more FAQs here, or email newcops@police.govt.nz
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What are the fitness requirements once I'm in the job?
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What are the fitness requirements once I'm in the job?
Physical Education Officer
RNZPC
What wellness support is provided for staff?
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What wellness support is provided for staff?
Wellness Advisor
NZ Police
How can staff keep themselves well mentally?
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How can staff keep themselves well mentally?
Wellness Advisor
NZ Police
What flexible working options are there for Police officers?
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What flexible working options are there for Police officers?
Employment Relations
People, Leadership and Culture
How did friends and whānau react to you joining
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How did friends and whānau react to you joining
Constable
Organised Crime
How do I balance work with family and friends?
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How do I balance work with family and friends?
Sergeant
Family Protection Team
How do you manage being a parent and a Cop?
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How do you manage being a parent and a Cop?
Constable
Organised Crime
What is it like being a Cop?
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What is it like being a Cop?
Acting Snr Sergeant
Development and High Performance Manager
What is it like policing in your home town?
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What is it like policing in your home town?
Senior Constable
Rural Policing
What is it like to be a Frontline Police Officer?
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What is it like to be a Frontline Police Officer?
Constable
Public Safety Team
What is life like after you finish College?
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What is life like after you finish College?
Constable
Public Safety Team
What is shift work like?
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What is shift work like?
Constable
Public Safety Team
How do you stay motivated and engaged in your work?
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How do you stay motivated and engaged in your work?
Constable
Public Safety Team
How do your personal interests align with your career?
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How do your personal interests align with your career?
Constable
Public Safety Team