Community Safety & Security Coordinator 

Reference Number: 13074

Salary Range: $84,243.60 - $89,672.50 per annum

Location: Esplanade Office, Cairns

Close Date:  Sunday, 12 January 2020   

Situated in tropical North Queensland, Cairns is a thriving vibrant city framed by world class attractions such as the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef, Wet Tropics - Daintree Rainforest and nearby Atherton Tablelands and outback Savannah regions. With an estimated population of approx. 165,000 the Cairns Regional Council local government area encompasses 1687 km2 of land on a narrow coastal strip between the Great Dividing Range and the Coral Sea. 

With our purpose to “serve the community”, we are committed to providing a sustainable liveable city that enhances our unique lifestyle and enriches our community and region. We are proud of our community and the key role you can play in making the Cairns region a great place to live, work and learn.  Our commitment to high quality services means that we need talented, committed people – we need you!    

We are now seeking a dedicated, committed and suitably qualified and/or experienced Community Safety & Security Coordinator to join our team now.  

The primary objectives of the position are:  

• Coordination of the CitySafe program, operational response and strategic planning for security requirements, with the goal of enhancing wellbeing and safety in the CBD and broader community.
• Develop a Council wide security strategy for CCTV and associated whole of Council security services and coordinate a delivery program which addresses current risk profile, achieving a sustainable operating model for future expansion and emergent technologies.
• To provide specialist advice to Council on all security and safety matters and to provide guidance and support to Council management for strategic and operational planning.
• Management of responsibilities over Councils various contracted security service providers ensuring delivery and outcomes as per the term of the contracts.
• Monitor the overall operations of the CitySafe program and identify opportunities for improvements, expansion and enhancement. 

To be successful in this role you will require: 

Qualifications / Licence 

• Tertiary qualifications and or extensive experience in community safety and crime prevention or related field.
• Current Drivers Licence. 

Knowledge, Skills & Expertise 

• High level of time management/organisational skills.
• Demonstrated experience with CCTV technologies and monitoring.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and provide expert advice using own expertise and judgement based on qualifications and experience towards the primary objective of the position.
• Ability to establish processes and procedures relative to level of responsibility attached to this position.
• Possess sound skills in the operation of Microsoft applications. 

People Oriented Skills & Attributes 

• Demonstrated commitment to the practice of a participative leadership style that supports and motivates individual, team and corporate achievement.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills including; consultation, networking, liaison, conflict resolution and report writing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders in a community context with a solutions focus. 

In return we offer the following benefits:   

• 9 Day Fortnight
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development   

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria please download a copy of the information kit.

How to Apply:

Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment: 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre‑employment assessments / checks:-  

• Pre‑employment medical, which will include a functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• National police / criminal history check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification / Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:-

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to work visa