Vicki Botterell
Yangebup,WA
Summary
Experienced criminal investigator having served with the Northern Territory Police Force for 25 years.
Throughout my career I have undertaken various roles from General Duties Policing to Detective work in units such as, Major Crime, Sexual Crimes, Missing Persons, Domestic Violence and Special Operations, resulting in many successful court outcomes.
In my later years I transitioned to the Police Academy as a Trainer and Assessor, where I was responsible for the training and development of disciplines such as Firearms, Defensive Tactics, First Aid and Fitness to both Police members and Public Sector clients.
Due to my hard work, dedication and outstanding leadership, I was awarded the Commissioners 'Policing Excellence Award' 2018.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trainer Assessor
Northern Territory Police, Fire And Emergency Services
2010.06 - 2022.10
- Develop, prepare, deliver, assess and evaluate qualifications relating to training and knowledge of First Aid, Firearms and Defensive Tactics to small and large groups of both Police Recruits and In-Service members.
- Document and retain sufficient evidence for each participant to show they can demonstrate appropriate competency.
- Ensure that contractual and compliance requirements for the delivery of programs are met in accordance with Australian Qualification Training Framework.
- Undertake professional development in the knowledge and practice of vocational training, learning and assessment, including competency-based training and assessment.
Physical Fitness Instructor
Northern Territory Police, Fire And Emergency Services
2010.06 - 2022.10
- Develop and organise group fitness health programs for groups of 20 or more Police Recruits.
- Establish classes to effectively match skill and learning levels of all participants.
- Instruct gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Encouraged sustainable habits for health, fitness and well-being.
- Created structured and innovative fitness programs to be executed in small to large group atmospheres.
- Developed, planned and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as specialised fitness programs.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
Detective Constable
Northern Territory Police, Fire And Emergency Services
2003.06 - 2010.06
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community.
- Efficiently responded to major crimes within minutes to preserve scenes and avoid evidence contamination.
- Thoroughly investigated various criminal acts.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants.
- Prepare, apply for and obtain property search warrants to locate evidence in support of criminal offences.
- Compiled detailed effectiveness reports on outcomes of listening and tracking devices usage.
- Followed chain of custody mandates to send individual items off for laboratory analysis and DNA testing.
- Preserved all evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Delivered professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Guided, mentored and supervised subordinates to improve job performance and case clearing rates.
Police Constable
Northern Territory Police, Fire And Emergency Services
1998.01 - 2003.06
- Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Protected life and property through enforcement of regulations and laws.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding and incidents to determine course of action.
- Apprehended suspects, conduct Records of Interviews, prepare court files, provide evidence in court.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of important considerations such as properties to check and individuals of note in local areas
- Prepared and submitted incident reports regarding police activities and investigations
- Confronted and resolved emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Managed crime scenes to protect personnel and preserve evidence.
Cabinet Maker
CFM Joinery
1990.05 - 1997.08
- Worked with clients to design custom cabinets.
- Estimated costs for custom cabinets including design, material, installation and labor.
- Designed furniture using computer-aided drawing programs.
- Constructed and installed cabinetry and woodwork while adhering to time and budget constraints for clients.
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges and handles.
- Developed and retained excellent tool and machinery skill, including mastery of table saw, band saws, edge bander, clamps and drills, and utilized knowledge to produce consistent, top-quality work.
- Utilized CAD software to create detailed drawings of custom cabinetry
- Maintained safe and organized workspace to minimize risk of injury
Education
Diploma of Policing - Policing
NT Police, Fire And Emergency Services
NTPFES Training College Berrimah, NT07.1998
Skills
- Professional with strong work ethic and commitment
- Customer service focused
- Good understanding of legislation interpretation and application
- Excellent time management, listening and communication skills.
- Compassionate and understanding
- Computer proficiency and data entry skills
- Excellent interviewing techniques and report writing skills
Accomplishments
- Police Service Medals 10, 15, 20 years
- National Police Service Medal 15 years
- Commissioners Policing Excellence Award
- Australian Women's Rugby Union Team
- Northern Territory Apprentice of the Year Awards - Finalist
- Rotary Pride of Workmanship Award
Certification
- Certificate III - Investigative Services - CPP30619 - Paragon Training - Perth
- Certificate - First Aid - HLTAID011
- Certificate - IV Trainer and Assessor - TAE40110- Alana Kaye - Darwin
- Certificate - Emergency Care Management Instructor - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services ( St John First Aid equivalent)
- Certificate - IV WHS - BSB41412 - Alana Kaye - Darwin
- Certificate - III & IV Fitness - SRF30206/SRF40206 - Fitnation
- Certificate - Level II Firearms Instructor - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Certificate - Level II Defensive Tactics Instructor - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Certificate - Police Negotiator - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Certificate - Disaster Victim Identification Coordinator - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Certificate III in Cabinetmaking - Northern Territory Tafe College
- BSBFLM506B - Manage Workplace Information Systems
- TAAASS301B - Contribute to Assessment
- TAADEL301C - Provide Training through instruction and demonstration of work skills
- TAELLN401A - Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills
- CPCCOHS1001A - Work Safely in the construction industry
- Advanced Certificate of Police Education
- Detective Training Course
- Police Negotiation Course
- Child Investigation Investigation
- Investigative Interviewing
- Disaster Victim Identification Coordinators Course
- Operational Development Course
- Firearms Instructors Course
- Taser Training Academy Instructors Course
- Simunition Instructors Course
- Glock Armourers Course
- Safe Select Training Course
Licences
- Western Australian Drivers Licence - LR/R
- Security Industry Licence (Investigators Licence)
- White Card - Construction Induction
Timeline
Trainer Assessor
Northern Territory Police, Fire And Emergency Services
2010.06 - 2022.10
Physical Fitness Instructor
Northern Territory Police, Fire And Emergency Services
2010.06 - 2022.10
Detective Constable
Northern Territory Police, Fire And Emergency Services
2003.06 - 2010.06
Police Constable
Northern Territory Police, Fire And Emergency Services
1998.01 - 2003.06
Cabinet Maker
CFM Joinery
1990.05 - 1997.08
Diploma of Policing - Policing
NT Police, Fire And Emergency Services
- Certificate III - Investigative Services - CPP30619 - Paragon Training - Perth
- Certificate - First Aid - HLTAID011
- Certificate - IV Trainer and Assessor - TAE40110- Alana Kaye - Darwin
- Certificate - Emergency Care Management Instructor - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services ( St John First Aid equivalent)
- Certificate - IV WHS - BSB41412 - Alana Kaye - Darwin
- Certificate - III & IV Fitness - SRF30206/SRF40206 - Fitnation
- Certificate - Level II Firearms Instructor - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Certificate - Level II Defensive Tactics Instructor - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Certificate - Police Negotiator - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Certificate - Disaster Victim Identification Coordinator - NT Police, Fire & Emergency Services
- Certificate III in Cabinetmaking - Northern Territory Tafe College
- BSBFLM506B - Manage Workplace Information Systems
- TAAASS301B - Contribute to Assessment
- TAADEL301C - Provide Training through instruction and demonstration of work skills
- TAELLN401A - Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills
- CPCCOHS1001A - Work Safely in the construction industry
- Advanced Certificate of Police Education
- Detective Training Course
- Police Negotiation Course
- Child Investigation Investigation
- Investigative Interviewing
- Disaster Victim Identification Coordinators Course
- Operational Development Course
- Firearms Instructors Course
- Taser Training Academy Instructors Course
- Simunition Instructors Course
- Glock Armourers Course
- Safe Select Training Course
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