Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Queensland Police Service
Townsville, Queensland
06.1991 - Current
In 1999 I attained the title of Detective in the Townsville Juvenile Aid Bureau.
In May 2008 I was promoted to Detective Sergeant in the Townsville Criminal Investigation Branch.
I have performed duties as OIC in plain clothes and general duties sections in the Townsville District.
I have performed duties as the District Duty Officer.
In recent years I have performed extensive relieving at District, Regional and Deputy Commissioner levels as a Support Officer.
I am a senior investigator and manager/supervisor in my substantive role with a diverse range of abilities in both operational and corporate policing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kirwan State High School
Townsville, QLD
11-1990
Skills
Advanced Diploma in Policing
Advanced Diploma in Investigative Practices
Diploma of Public Safety (Policing)
Cert IV Health and Safety
Investigative Interviewing Level 1 - Foundations (Train the trainer)
Investigative Interviewing Level 2 - Serious and Complex Investigations
Assist with Managing WHS implications of Return to Work
Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
Auto Theft Investigation
Cert IV in Government Investigations
Arson Investigation
Affiliations
As well as my substantive duties at work, i like to learn new things and undertake a variety of different roles. Currently these roles include, Rehab and Return to Work Coordinator, Protective Security Leadership Coordinator, Our People Matter Champion, Ideas and Innovations Committee Chair and WHS Trained Safety Advisor.
I enjoy arts and culture, attending the theatre and shows whenever possible
I like to read and enjoy doing jigsaw puzzles (when the cats allow it!).
Accomplishments
In 2022 I was awarded the QPS 'Mentor of the Year' for women in Policing award.