Whitehorse Victoria Police recruitment information session in Nunawading

Anyone who’s ever considered joining the police force can hear about the job from an experienced Whitehorse police officer at an upcoming information session.

Forest Hill Acting Senior Sergeant Jason Boyce will speak at the Whitehorse recruitment information night.

Anyone who’s ever considered joining the police force can hear about the job from an experienced Whitehorse police officer at an upcoming information night.

Forest Hill Acting Senior Sergeant Jason Boyce will be hosting an information night at the Whitehorse Centre for anyone “thinking about taking the step” into one of the various divisions of law enforcement.

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The Acting Sen-Sgt, who has been an officer for 27 years, said 2019 was the ideal time to become a part of the force.

“There’s never been a better time to join,” he said.

Forest Hill Acting Senior Sergeant Jason Boyce has been working as an officer in Whitehorse since 1996. Picture: David Crosling

Acting Sen-Sgt Boyce said the force was undertaking the biggest recruitment drive in its history, aiming to get another 3000 police officers, protective service officers and police custody officers on board by 2020.

“We’re focused on growing the workforce to better represent the community.”

He said the police were looking to achieve more diversity in their teams in terms of age, gender, religion, culture and sexual orientation.

Attendees can also expect to hear from two other Whitehorse officers, who will speak about their experience with the force and what the daily life of the role entails.

The information night will be held at Whitehorse Centre on Tuesday, April 30 from 6pm.

Officers will provide on-the-job insights and answer questions.

Registrations are essential.

Head to policecareer.vic.gov.au.