Forward-thinking Local Government specialist bringing expertise in emergency management operations. Cultivates rapport with multiple government agencies to optimise community resilience, safety and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient in team development, rostering and performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Safety Officer(Senior Role)
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council
09.2018 - Current
Participate in Council's application of the Emergency Management Act 1986 and CFA Act 1958
Demonstrated experience in emergencies and exercise when acting as Council's EMLO, based out of the ICC in the activation of declared emergencies in Victoria
Participate in an after-hours/on call 'Duty Officer' role on a regular basis
Managed budgets effectively, prioritising resource allocation during state emergencies to reduce adverse impact on residents
Make impartial decisions by conducting risk assessments in line with operating procedures
Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
Mentored teamstaff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
Team Leader - Community Safety
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council
02.2020 - 02.2021
Give sound advice and training to staff on criminal investigations
Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
Rostering of team members to ensure coverage
Develop and review standard operating procedures
Decide case outcomes and sentencing recommendations to the court
Compile complex reports and statistics to relevant stakeholders
Conduct performance reviews for team members
Prepare business cases for management to obtain funding for required equipment and resources
Investigate complaints relating to staff performance and concerns.
Prosecution Officer
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council
07.2019 - 10.2019
Prosecute offenders in the Magistrate's Court
Review and approve briefs of evidence
Issue and file charge and summons for Court
Provide advice to investigations achieve successful outcomes
Participate in summary case conferences with legal professionals and self-represented accused persons
Prepare legal documents such as affidavits and applications for search warrants
Negotiate pleas with offenders and their legal representations
Provide sentencing advice to the Court based on offender history.
Mitigated potential risks by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate countermeasures or contingency plans as needed.
Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.