You will work within the Woorabinda Police Division who are committed to creating and improving working partnerships focused on prevention to deliver sustainable outcomes.
The team also plays a key role in community engagement activities across schools and other local and state government agencies, non-government agencies and stakeholders aimed at educating and promoting the awareness of preventative behaviours.
The team works closely with PCYC and the youth of the community.
TARGETED VACANCY - This is an identified position. It is a genuine occupational requirement that an Identified position be filled by a First Nations person as permitted by and arguable under Section 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).
The Police Liaison Officer provides support to officers, particularly in the prevention of crime involving First Nation community groups, while working towards a safer community through connected and engaged relationships.
Key Capabilities
A description of the duties and key capabilities for this role are:
As a First Nations Police Liaison Officer, you will assist in developing trust and understanding between members of the Queensland Police Service and the wider community, with a particular focus on local First Nations communities.We value diversity and are actively seeking candidates with varied backgrounds who can think differently and innovate.In choosing the right person for this role, we will consider your previous knowledge, skills, experience, potential for development, and personal qualities.The Core Capability Requirements For This Role Are Contribute to organisational understanding of First Nations cultures.Assist police officers to communicate effectively with cultural appropriateness to members of the local community by providing advice on First Nations customs and protocols.Work with QPS members to identify opportunities to strengthen community engagement and develop QPS crime prevention and early intervention strategies that are culturally appropriate.Assist First Nations community members to access policing services and provide advice to QPS members on referrals to other community services where necessary.Positively and proactively engage with First Nations Community Groups, including other multicultural and multifaith community groups, to identify and build community-based and community-led programs and initiatives.Identify and link key stakeholders across police, community, and government agencies in support of community-based/community-led programs and/or initiatives to improve community safety.Role Requirements This is an identified position. It is a genuine occupational requirement that an Identified position be filled by a First Nations person as permitted by and arguable under Section 25, 104 and 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).This position involves driving QPS vehicles. The occupant of this position is required to hold a Queensland 'C' class driver's licence or have the ability to acquire a driver's licence.This position requires wearing a Police Liaison Officer uniform and adherence to the QPS Code of Dress and Appearance.This position requires working to a set roster and may involve weekend work and shift work to attend local festivals and forums, and to meet the policing needs of the local area. Shift penalties and overtime may apply.Applications to remain current for 12 months. Occupational group: Community Engagement and Education #J-18808-Ljbffr