Queensland Police Service (QPS) proudly welcomed 21 Protective Services Officers (PSOs) to the ranks of the Protective Services Group (PSG) on Friday, 5 October.
The newly appointed officers will play a vital role in keeping Queenslanders safe, providing security at key government locations such as state buildings, courthouses, schools, and public transport hubs, while working in close partnership with QPS officers.
The latest PSOs bring an incredible wealth of diversity, collectively speaking up to 10 languages, including Hindi, Polish, and French.
Assistant Commissioner Charysse Pond extended her congratulations to the graduating PSOs, noting the essential contribution they will make in their new positions.
"This new cohort of Protective Services Officers embodies the values of service, commitment, and teamwork, which are at the core of their mission to safeguard our state." Assistant Commissioner Pond said.
The PSOs will commence their operational duties across multiple locations, with three regional officers deployed to Townsville, Gladstone, and Toowoomba, while the remaining graduates will assume operational roles in Brisbane.
PSO Jeffrey Dooley is looking forward to continuing a career of service to the community, joining PSG after serving for 41 years as a Queensland Police Officer.
"After retiring from policing, I knew I had more to offer the community and wanted to continue contributing to the safety of people and security of physical assets" said PSO Dooley.
December 5 was a special day for PSO Dooley, as it marked the anniversary of his graduation from the QPS Academy on the same date back in 1980.
"I'm looking forward to continuing as a part of the QPS family and serving Queenslanders" said PSO Dooley.
Protective Services recruits undertake a seven-week training program at the QPS Academy in Brisbane before being deployed across Queensland.
For more information on a career in the Protective Services Group, visit protectiveservicesgroup.qld.gov.au.
