Kate Vaughan
Cashmore,Victoria
Summary
Police Officer with over 13 years of service enforcing rules and authority for the good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and fighting crime.
Focused on maintaining order and public safety, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property and promoting positive community relations.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Victoria Police
2010.01 - Current
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
Coach
Self Employed
2001.01 - Current
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
- Analyzed and evaluated team performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Enforced discipline both on and off-field to lead team with highest personal standards.
- Assessed strengths and weaknesses of opponents to develop valuable techniques and increase preparedness.
- Trained and mentored new coaches on fundamentals of coaching to apply best practices and strategies.
- Provided feedback to coaches to improve teaching techniques and increase drive to succeed.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
Education
No Degree - Diploma of Public Safety (Policing)
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC06.2010
Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Probation and Parole Knowledge
- Court Testimony
- Local, State and Federal Regulations
- Self-Defense Training
- Crime Scene Processing
- Prosecution Support
- Time Management
- Court Preparation
- Active Listening
- Case Management
- Criminal Law
Accomplishments
- OHS Representative 2019 - 2022
- Pat Hunter Memorial Program Recipient 2015
- Oral Fluid Testing Operator - 2021
- Human Rights: Everyday Policing 2019
- Basic Wildfire Awareness 2011 - 2020
- Registered Sex Offender Managements 2017
- Investigative Interviewing 2017
- Family Violence: Understanding Family Violence in the Aboriginal Community 2017
- Family Violence Essentials for Supervisors 2017
- Family Violence Dynamics
- Parsons in Police Care or Custody 2016
- Critical Incidents Psychology 2015
- ICE Awareness Package 2015
- Health, Safety and Wellbeing Induction 2014
- Planned Response 2014
- Active Armed Offender Intergraded Response Model (IRM)
- Persons in Police Care or Custody - Custody Staff 2013
- Critical Incident Management 2012
- Critical Incidents involving the Mentally Ill 2012
- CFA - Maintain Safety at and incident scene 2013
- Mobile Radar and Laser Authority 2012
- Human Source Management Level 1 2011
- Breath Analysis Instrument Course 2011
- Young Endeavour Youth Scheme - Hobart to Sydney 2006
Certification
- Diploma of Public Safety (Policing) 2010
- HSR Initial OH&S Training Course - March 2022
- First Aid Certificate - Current
- TPAV Employment Relations Professional Development Program 2012 - Monash University
- Advanced Four Wheel Drive Course 2021
- Drug Assessor Course - 2013
- Mobile Radar and Laser Authority 2012
- Victoria Police - Level 1 Mentoring 2012
- Victoria Police - Level 2 Advanced Mentoring 2012
- Equestrian Victoria Level 1 General Riding Coach 2009
- Australian Pony Council, National Coaching Accreditation Scheme - Pony Club Level 1 Coach 2005
- HRCAV - Official Level Assessor 2008
- HRCAV - Official Show Judge 2018
- HRCAV - Official Dressage Judge (Level 3) 2022
- Victorian Certificate of Education 2001
- Year 12 Outstanding Achievement - Agriculture/Horticulture 2001
- Year 12 Robin Hallett Memorial Award for Agriculture and Horticulture 2001
- Year 12 Award for Sport 2001
- Duke of Edinburgh's Award in Australia - Bronze Award
Timeline
Police Officer
Victoria Police
2010.01 - Current
Coach
Self Employed
2001.01 - Current
No Degree - Diploma of Public Safety (Policing)
Deakin University
- Diploma of Public Safety (Policing) 2010
- HSR Initial OH&S Training Course - March 2022
- First Aid Certificate - Current
- TPAV Employment Relations Professional Development Program 2012 - Monash University
- Advanced Four Wheel Drive Course 2021
- Drug Assessor Course - 2013
- Mobile Radar and Laser Authority 2012
- Victoria Police - Level 1 Mentoring 2012
- Victoria Police - Level 2 Advanced Mentoring 2012
- Equestrian Victoria Level 1 General Riding Coach 2009
- Australian Pony Council, National Coaching Accreditation Scheme - Pony Club Level 1 Coach 2005
- HRCAV - Official Level Assessor 2008
- HRCAV - Official Show Judge 2018
- HRCAV - Official Dressage Judge (Level 3) 2022
- Victorian Certificate of Education 2001
- Year 12 Outstanding Achievement - Agriculture/Horticulture 2001
- Year 12 Robin Hallett Memorial Award for Agriculture and Horticulture 2001
- Year 12 Award for Sport 2001
- Duke of Edinburgh's Award in Australia - Bronze Award
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