FRANK ANDERSON
Law Enforcement and Conflict Resolution Specialist
Perth,Western Australia
Summary
Strategic Officer in Charge with extensive experience leading and managing teams in high-stress environments. Efficient in planning and executing complex policing operations and day to day support of family violence victims. Skilled in developing and implementing policies and procedures with focus on safety for staff.
Innovative professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and victim safety programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills. Trusted advisor who goes extra mile to help individuals succeed, especially in providing support and safety based services.
Effective leader, bringing proven skills in executive, management and employee coaching. Polished communicator and presenter obtaining buy-in from critical initiatives aimed at revamping and revitalising existing structures.
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Officer in Charge, Cannington Family Violence Team
WA Police
12.2022 - Current
- Improved overall unit efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures to lift Cannington Police District from bottom ranked to number 2 in three months (family violence response and reporting requirements)
- Enhanced team performance through consistent coaching and mentorship of junior personnel. Running district education programs and initiatives to educate senior personnel and frontline staff in FV response.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for various operational scenarios, ensuring safety planning success for victims of family violence.
- Consulted with district management team to ensure alignment to agency goals and operational plan.
- Enhanced team performance through consistent coaching and mentorship of junior personnel.
Project Leader - Digital Policing Division
WA Police
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Lead and managed $28m project for policing mobility replacement project for frontline WA Police Officers.
- Achieved project success by efficiently allocating resources and managing schedules.
- Reduced project risks through comprehensive risk assessments and proactive mitigation strategies.
- Streamlined communication channels for enhanced team collaboration and productivity.
- Implemented innovative solutions to overcome project challenges and address stakeholder concerns.
- Subject matter expert for WA Police OneForce Core mobility solution for frontline police officers.
- Subject matter expert for Apple CarPlay integration for WA Police OneForce Core application.
- Established best practices for knowledge sharing, fostering culture of continuous learning and improvement, and chairing WA Digital Uplift Group (WA Police Academy).
- Evaluated existing resources and developed new strategies to maximise effectiveness in addressing identified gaps
- Spearheaded internal training initiatives that led to increased employee proficiency in critical skills
Chairperson/President
Australian Ice Racing Limited
09.2011 - 11.2022
- Enhanced board communication by streamlining meeting agendas and supporting materials.
- Developed strategic plans for organizational growth, resulting in increased revenue and expanded services.
- Improved stakeholder relations by proactively engaging with community leaders, partners, and donors.
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, fostering a more inclusive company culture.
- Implemented governance best practices to enhance board effectiveness and accountability.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, minimizing negative impact on the organization''s reputation.
- Established strong working relationships with government agencies and other organisations to support advocacy efforts.
- Reviewed budgets regularly to ensure financial stability of organisation while making necessary adjustments.
- Guided organisational restructuring efforts that led to improved efficiency and better alignment of resources.
Shift Supervisor and Acting Officer in Charge
Kensington Police Station
01.2019 - 03.2021
Shift Supervisor and Acting Officer Charge
Belmont Police Station
10.2017 - 01.2019
Shift Supervisor and Acting Officer Charge
Gosnells Police Station
09.2014 - 10.2017
Officer in Charge
Fremantle Police Station Investigation Team
01.2014 - 09.2014
Operations Manager and Acting Officer in Charge
Fremantle Police Station
10.2012 - 01.2014
Operational Police Officer
Kensington Police Station
03.2011 - 10.2012
Supervisor - National Operational Training
Australian Customs (now Border Force)
07.2006 - 03.2011
- Develop and deliver training packages to Australian Customs and Border Protection Service (ACBPS) armed officers and trainers (Use of Force and Legislation delivery to 660 officers)
- Coordinate, plan and facilitate 3-week use of force training courses for ACBPS officers.
- Improved overall capability performance by identifying skill gaps and providing targeted training solutions.
- Develop and deliver covert carriage of Use of Force accoutrements, holsters and clothing for Covert Surveillance Unit officers.
- Subject matter expert on ACBPS executive working group to assess composite payments and penalties for Operational Safety Trainers in ACBPS.
- Secondment to Fremantle Investigations (detectives) team reviewing and cataloguing prohibited media content (seized child pornography and child abuse material).
- Development of progressive training program for instructional training staff, supervising trainer delivery and competency.
Police Constable and Acting Sergeant
Western Australia Police
04.1999 - 06.2006
Education
Advanced Diploma of Leadership And Management - Leadership And Management
Churchill Education
Brisbane, QLD06.2021
Advanced Diploma of Work Health And Safety - Work Health And Safety (WHS)
Churchill Education
Brisbane, QLD06.2021
Advanced Diploma of Government (Investigations) - Government (Investigations)
Churchill Education
Brisbane, QLD06.2021
Diploma of Management - Management
Churchill Education
Brisbane, QLD03.2011
Diploma of Public Safety (Policing) - Public Safety (Policing)
WA Police Force
Joondalup, WA04.2001
Some College (No Degree) - Company Directors Fundamentals
Australian Institute of Company Directors
Sydney, NSWAgile Foundations - Project Management
Project Management Institute
OnlineScrum: The Basics - Project Management
Project Management Institute
OnlineExecutive Leadership - Project Management
Project Management Institute
OnlineSkills
- Team Leadership and Management
- Board Directorship and Chairperson skills
- Client Communications
- Project Management
- Employee Coaching
- Decision Making
- Strategic Planning
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Critical Skills 1 and 2 Instructor (expired) - WA Police
- Glock Pistol Instructor - Glock
- Krav Maga Law Enforcement Instructor (Diploma) - IKMF
- Remington Armourer and Instructor - Remington
- Taser Master Instructor - Taser International/Axon
- Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) baton and handcuff instructor
- Tactical Communication Instructor - Mars Hall Training and ACBPS
- Firearm Instructor - ACBPS
- Handcuff, Baton, OC Spray and defensive tactics instructor - ACBPS
- M4 Rifle Instructor - ACBPS
- M2 50 Calibre Machine Gun Instructor - ACBPS
- Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment (2001)
- Certificate III in Security Operations
Accomplishments
- WA Police Award for Outstanding Performance of Duty (2020)
- National Police Service Medal (2020)
- Western Australian Police Service Medal (15 years) (2020)
- National Service Medal (20 years) (2019)
- Australian Ice Racing Volunteer of the Year Award (2019, 2017)
- Masters International Short Track Games Appreciation Award (2019)
- Australian Ice Racing Coach of the Year Award (2013)
- Certificate of Appreciation Australian Customs and Border Protection Service (2011)
References
- Paul Gelmi, Acting Inspector, WA Police, 0402 909 200, paul.gelmi@police.wa.gov.au
- Inspector Glen Beros, WA Police, 0414 592 167, glen.beros@police.wa.gov.au
- Andrew Kirker, WA Ice Racing (Treasurer), 0432 069 133, andy.kirker@gmail.com
- Margaret Blunden, Australian Ice Racing (General Secretary), 0414 592 167, generalsecretary@australianiceracing.org
Affiliations
- Director Orana House Women's Refuge
- Australian Ice Racing Limited - Member Operational Working Group
Pasttimes
- Short Track Speed Skating - Masters Age Athlete
- Coaching - Short Track Speed Skating - Australian Team Leader and Coach (volunteer)
- Board Directorship (volunteer - NGO)
- Reading (19 books in 2023)
Timeline
Officer in Charge, Cannington Family Violence Team
WA Police
12.2022 - Current
Project Leader - Digital Policing Division
WA Police
03.2021 - 12.2022
Shift Supervisor and Acting Officer in Charge
Kensington Police Station
01.2019 - 03.2021
Shift Supervisor and Acting Officer Charge
Belmont Police Station
10.2017 - 01.2019
Shift Supervisor and Acting Officer Charge
Gosnells Police Station
09.2014 - 10.2017
Officer in Charge
Fremantle Police Station Investigation Team
01.2014 - 09.2014
Operations Manager and Acting Officer in Charge
Fremantle Police Station
10.2012 - 01.2014
Chairperson/President
Australian Ice Racing Limited
09.2011 - 11.2022
Operational Police Officer
Kensington Police Station
03.2011 - 10.2012
Supervisor - National Operational Training
Australian Customs (now Border Force)
07.2006 - 03.2011
Police Constable and Acting Sergeant
Western Australia Police
04.1999 - 06.2006
Advanced Diploma of Leadership And Management - Leadership And Management
Churchill Education
Advanced Diploma of Work Health And Safety - Work Health And Safety (WHS)
Churchill Education
Advanced Diploma of Government (Investigations) - Government (Investigations)
Churchill Education
Diploma of Management - Management
Churchill Education
Diploma of Public Safety (Policing) - Public Safety (Policing)
WA Police Force
Some College (No Degree) - Company Directors Fundamentals
Australian Institute of Company Directors
Agile Foundations - Project Management
Project Management Institute
Scrum: The Basics - Project Management
Project Management Institute
Executive Leadership - Project Management
Project Management Institute
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