/ Night Patrol Team Leader
Palumpa Based
Corporate & Community Services Division
Position Description
Division objectives: / To provide, a high standard of customer service, assistance & support to the community.
Position Title: / Night Patrol Team Leader- Palumpa
Position reports to:
Staff reporting to this position:
Position liaises with: / Night Patrol Coordinator/ Shire Services Manager
Night Patrol Officers
Internal / External
  • Council Staff
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  • Community Members

  • Service Users
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  • Local Police Force

Program objectives:
Position objectives: / The support of community health, safety and well being through efficient and effective provision means
This position willwork closely with the community to ensure that the Night Patrol meets local community needs and funding agency objectives are met.
Key responsibilities of the position: /
  • Ensure staffing levels are adequate to efficiently & effectively maintain the night patrol program and time sheets are maintained.
  • Ensure appropriate documentation such as Incident Reports, Patrol Sheets and Service Agreement Consent Forms are maintained and submitted.
  • Regularly patrol the community to ensure the safety & well being of all residents is maintained and diffuse difficult situations.
  • Liaise with & advise local police force & Night Patrol Coordinator on issues regarding criminal activity.
  • Provide advice, information and assistance to community members that will reduce anti-social behaviour and threats of self harm by linking them with services such as safe houses or medical assistance.
  • Maintain a safe staff working environment
  • Ensure that proper Occupational Health & safety regulations set by Council are adhered to.
  • Carry out any other duties as directed by the Night Patrol Coordinator and Shire Service Manager

Selection Criteria
Skills:
Knowledge:
Experience and/or qualifications: /
  • Ability tomanage & direct staff efficiently
  • Ability to work with limited supervision and direction
  • Personal integrity
  • Strong communication skills both verbal & written.
  • Good interpersonal skills and friendly disposition.
  • A high level of fitness and positive attitude toward health & well-being
  • Relevant industry knowledge in the field of night patrol services.
  • A working knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety Regulations
  • Previous experience in a similar position.
  • Holds a current C Classdriver’s licence.
  • Qualifications in welfare, social or community service work would be desirable.

Appointment Conditions
This appointment is afull time permanent position subject to ongoing funding and the appointed applicant will be required to undergo a Police check. The position holder must be willing to adhere to Councils Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures.

______30th May 2008
Sandra Cannon Date
Chief Executive Officer