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A Duty Manager (Police Force) supervises a team of police officers during their duties. You might assign tasks or coordinate a response to an event or incident. Duty Managers (Police Force) may also have to prepare reports or complete various documents and paperwork. You might deal with media enquiries, liaise with the public or supervise ongoing investigations.
Duty Managers (Police Force) should have strong leadership skills and be good at communicating with your team. You should have good personal skills and be able to liaise with other community stakeholders. Duty Managers (Police Force) should be excellent problem solvers and be able to follow correct procedures during their work day.
In Australia, a full time Duty Manager (Police Force) generally earns $1,550 per week ($80,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen an increase in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 48,200 people working in this sector and many of them specialise as a Duty Manager (Police Force). Duty Managers (Police Force) may be employed across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Duty Manager (Police Force) interests you, consider enrolling in a Graduate Certificate in Police Management. This course is designed for serving police officers who want to improve their skills in strategic and operational management. You’ll cover topics including project management, incident management, leadership and policing governance.
We’ll find nearby campuses and check if you’re eligible for funding in your state.
Here are some potential career pathways within police and law enforcement. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
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Crime Analyst
$1,990 weekly pay
Crime Prevention Officer
$1,250 weekly pay
Detective
Law Enforcement Officer
Police Officer
$1,050 weekly pay
Sheriff
$1,715 weekly pay
Chief of Police
$3,440 weekly pay
Police Sergeant
$2,400 weekly pay
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