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Rachael Kearney

Caringbah South,NSW

Summary

Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at NSW Police Force, excelling in crisis management and community engagement. Proven track record in operational management and mentorship, enhancing team performance and public safety. Skilled in risk assessment and investigative techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and proactive policing.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Constable of Police

NSW Police Force
Eastern Suburbs, Sydney, NSW
08.2011 - 12.2023
  • Extensive frontline experience in community engagement, crime prevention, and emergency response within a sensitive, high-profile government agency.
  • A strong track record in managing complex investigations, high-risk incidents, mentoring junior officers, and fostering public safety through proactive policing.

General Duties Supervisor - Acting Sergeant

NSW Police Force
Eastern Suburbs, NSw
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • Supervision and Leadership: Oversee and support general duties officers during shifts, ensuring operational effectiveness and adherence to procedures.
  • Operational Management: Coordinate responses to incidents, allocate resources, and manage crime scenes or critical incidents.
  • Mentorship and Development: Provide guidance, mentoring, and performance feedback to junior officers and probationary constables.
  • Community Engagement: Foster positive relationships with the community, address local concerns, and promote public safety initiatives.
  • Reporting and Administration: Ensure accurate documentation, prepare reports, and maintain compliance with legal and procedural requirements.
  • Risk and Incident Management: Assess risks, make decisions under pressure, and ensure officer and public safety during operations.

Education & Development Officer - Acting Sergeant

NSW Police Force
Eastern Suburbs LAC, NSW
06.2017 - 08.2020
  • Coordinated and delivered training programs for officers, enhancing professional development within the command.
  • Monitored probationary constables’ performance to ensure adherence to academic and operational standards.
  • Provided mentorship to junior officers, promoting a culture of continuous learning and growth.
  • Assessed officer performance during training, delivering constructive feedback for development.
  • Ensured training activities complied with NSW Police Force policies and mandatory requirements.
  • Liaised with Police Academy and specialist units to identify and address training needs.
  • Maintained accurate training records and contributed to development of training materials.

General Duties - Constable

NSW Police Force
Eastern Suburbs - LAC, NSW
08.2011 - 07.2017
  • Responded to diverse incidents, including mental health, domestic violence, traffic accidents, and theft.
  • Conducted proactive patrols to deter crime and enhance community safety.
  • Built relationships with local communities to identify and address safety concerns.
  • Enforced state and federal laws, issued infringements, and executed arrests legally.
  • Managed crime scenes, collected evidence, and provided initial investigative reports.
  • Prepared accurate documentation of incidents, statements, and operational outcomes.
  • Collaborated with officers, supervisors, and specialist units for effective incident management.

Education

Certificate IV - Training And Assessment

TAFE NSW
NSW
03-2014

Associate Degree - Policing Practice

Charles Sturt University
Goulburn, NSW
08-2012

Bachelor - Social Science (Criminology)

Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW
12-2001

Masters - Social Work (Qualifying)

University of New England
Armidale, NSW

Skills

  • Professionalism
  • Risk assessment
  • Community engagement
  • Investigative skills
  • Operational management
  • Training coordination
  • Mentorship development
  • Crisis management
  • Team leadership

Affiliations

  • Music
  • Travel
  • Photography

Accomplishments

  • Commander's Commendation - NSW Flood Taskforce - 2022
  • NSW Premier's Bushfire Emergency Citation - 2020
  • NSW Premier's Covid Taskforce Citation - 2020
  • Field Training and Assessment Officers Course - 2014
  • Commander's Commendation - 2014

Timeline

General Duties Supervisor - Acting Sergeant

NSW Police Force
08.2020 - 07.2022

Education & Development Officer - Acting Sergeant

NSW Police Force
06.2017 - 08.2020

Senior Constable of Police

NSW Police Force
08.2011 - 12.2023

General Duties - Constable

NSW Police Force
08.2011 - 07.2017

Certificate IV - Training And Assessment

TAFE NSW

Associate Degree - Policing Practice

Charles Sturt University

Bachelor - Social Science (Criminology)

Western Sydney University

Masters - Social Work (Qualifying)

University of New England

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