Police Prosecutors analyse files, manage diversion, negotiate outcomes, undertake legal research, act in various types of court and provide training for operational staff.

The Police Prosecution Service: conducts proceedings for all category 1-3 criminal and traffic prosecutions commenced by Police, from first appearance to disposal, including case review and trial as required (except where the proceeding becomes a Crown Prosecution e.g. jury trials); conducts proceedings for Youth Court prosecutions; advocates for Police at coroners' inquests as required; supports districts at miscellaneous hearings as required; administers the Police Adult Diversion Scheme.

• Employees constantly work indoors in adequately heated and ventilated environments.
• The work of prosecutors can expose employees to distressing images and information.

• Sedentary physical demand levels but light lifting, pulling or carrying is likely on an occasional basis when carrying large volumes of documents. Employees frequently sit to perform office or Court work. Stretching, reaching and bending is not a significant component of the job. Twisting of the body or neck, and squatting or crouching is also not a significant component of the job
• Contact with skin irritants or water is not typically required.
• Repetitive movements may be required on an occasional to frequent basis when writing notes and typing data and reports into a computer.
• Driving may be required to travel to Court and to meetings but is not a significant component of the job.
• Mental skills necessary include a high level of communication, problem-solving, interviewing, record-keeping, writing and analytical skills. A sound understanding of prosecution processes and procedures is also necessary.

To become a Prosecutor a candidate needs to either: be a Police employee holding the office of constable; or hold a law degree (LLB) and a current practising certificate (with two years’ experience as a practitioner).

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.