Community Safety Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Extensive leadership experience in operational, field-based community safety or community policing environments
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and policy frameworks
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams, develop capability and foster trust, collaboration and high performance
• Highly developed communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience delivering contemporary, intelligence-driven operational responses and service improvements
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment
• Position Description
• Why you will love this role
• You will lead the day-to-day operations of Community Safety, including Ranger and Community Patrol Services, ensuring responsive and high-quality service delivery
• Provide strong leadership, coaching and direction to leaders and team members, building capability, accountability and a positive team culture
• Drive an intelligence-led and proactive operating model that responds to community safety risks, emerging issues and customer needs
• Build productive internal and external partnerships with agencies, stakeholders and community representatives to strengthen community safety outcomes
• Lead the delivery of a precinct type model in activity centres, entertainment precincts, and other high-risk public places, where community safety is a high priority to be addressed.
• Ensure operations are delivered in line with relevant legislation, risk management requirements, City policies and safe work practices
• Post Graduate qualifications in business or leadership management, or substantive equivalent work experience and tertiary qualifications is essential.
• Work Your Way - Enjoy flexible work options, free parking and easy access to public transport
• Rewarding You - Boost your super with our matching scheme, plus purchased leave and novated leasing options
• Grow With Us - Access development opportunities, leadership support and a culture that values continuous improvement
• Belong Here - Be part of an inclusive and community-focused organisation that values collaboration and service
• Feel Your Best - Enjoy a free Stirling gym membership, Active Social Club, employee canteen and well-being initiatives
• Ready to Make a Real Impact?
• If you're ready to apply your Leadership expertise in a role that supports real community outcomes and drives visible and responsive Community Safety services and a safer City for our community, we'd love to hear from you.
• Additional Information
• Questions? Reach out to Michael Quirk at michael.quirk @stirling.wa.gov.au on (08) 9205 8511
• Applications close: Friday 26 June 2026 at 11.59pm
• (We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don't wait!)
• Apply now: http://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/employment
• The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.

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