Police / Senior Police Liaison Officer (First Nations)

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As a First Nations Police Liaison Officer, you will assist in developing trust and understanding between members of the Queensland Police Service, Queensland Police Citizens Youth Welfare Association (QPCYWA) and local communities by liaising with local First Nations (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander) communities and people from other diverse backgrounds.

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

It is a genuine occupational requirement that this position be filled by an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. One of the referees should be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who can attest to the applicant's background, knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the cultural capabilities.

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 of 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 also 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.
• One of the referees should be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who can attest to the applicant's background, knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the cultural capabilities.
• Successful applicants will be required to successfully complete the first available Police Liaison Officer Initial Employment Training program. This training program is run at the Queensland Police Service Academy, Oxley. Meals, accommodation and travel will be paid for by the Service, but participants must be available to leave their local area for 2 weeks to complete the training.
• The interview process may involve a written exercise.

Key Capabilities

• As a First Nations Police Liaison Officer, you will assist in developing trust and understanding between members of the Queensland Police Service and wider community, with particular focus to 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 what you have done previously - the knowledge, skills and experience you've built, your potential for development, and your personal qualities.

The Core Capability Requirements For This Role

• Assist Police Officers to communicate effectively with members of the local community by providing advice on local Aboriginal and Torres Strait customs and protocols
• Providing guidance to relevant stakeholders to be aware of the need to balance cultural, policing, QPCYWA, and community needs.
• Assist the Community to access policing and PCYC services, providing assistance on referral to other community services where necessary.
• Assist in the delivery and development of a broad range of activities in a safe environment to meet the needs of in the Community, with an emphasis on young people.
• Assist in the development and implementation of crime prevention/youth/community development programs to promote community engagement through PCYC Programs.
• Maintain contact with community leaders by participating in meetings, forums, events and festivals, collaborating to ensure input of community concerns in policing issues.
• Communicate sensitively with members of the Community to prevent offensive behaviour, violence, unrest and potential crime.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group Community Engagement and Education

Seniority level Not Applicable

Employment type Full-time

Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries Government Administration

Cloncurry, Queensland, Australia