Moving into a new career
Deciding to leave Police and move into other employment can feel daunting, particularly if policing has been a major part of your working life. You may wonder what else you can do or whether your skills will be valued outside Police.
The reality is that Police employees develop a wide range of transferable skills. Your judgement, communication, resilience, problem-solving, teamwork and ability to perform under pressure are valuable in many workplaces. Police employees are also often sought after for their strong work ethic, practical experience and ability to work with people from all walks of life.
You have more to offer than you may realise. We have brought together practical information and resources to help you recognise your strengths, explore new opportunities and approach the transition with confidence.
Career Resources
Leaving Police
Whether you are retiring completely or leaving Police to move to another job, the formal process is the same: you are resigning from New Zealand Police.
Membership
Your Police Association membership and Police Welfare Fund membership are two separate memberships. Leaving Police affects each one differently.
