Cassie Broadbent
West Beach
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at SA Police, excelling in strategic leadership and operational planning. Proven track record in mentoring staff and implementing change management initiatives that enhanced efficiency. Skilled in strategic leadership, fostering collaboration across departments to drive impactful decision-making and improve public safety outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategy & Support Inspector
SA Police
06.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior staff, guiding best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to reduce costs and improve resource allocation across departments.
- Responsible for development, planning and policy development, including quality assurance across many disciplines of the Branch.
- Developed and executed training programs to enhance team performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Procurement and contract management.
- Established key performance indicators to monitor success and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Relieving Business Lead - SAFC Project SAPOL & AGD
SA Police
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of project milestones.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Relieving Officer in Charge
SA Police
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Responsible for 108 FTE including multi-disciplinary expertise, capability building, crime scene investigation, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and subject to Ombudsman SA audits.
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve workflow efficiency and service delivery.
- Responsible for the approval of regular audits of operations to ensure adherence to company policies and regulations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Developed risk management strategies for operational business requirements.
- Lead and supported Work Health Safety practices and meetings.
Operations Senior Sergeant
SA Police
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Lead up to 150 staff, across five different sections / rolesm five different rosters.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Crime Coordination Manager
SA Police
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Management of approximately 40 staff members, overseeing the intelligence unit, human source management, district allocation of investigations and victim contact officers.
- High level of written and verbal communication skills, conducting both verbal and written briefings to influence strategic response to crime.
- Develop strategic and tactical reports, providing recommendations for crime prevention and crime reduction strategies.
- High level stakeholder interaction with both internal and external stakeholders, including Department of Corrections and Housing SA.
Intelligence Manager
SA Police
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Led intelligence operations to enhance decision-making processes across multiple departments.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives that improved operational efficiency and information sharing.
- Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to best practices in intelligence assessments.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to analyze data trends, delivering actionable insights for leadership strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of intelligence tools, recommending upgrades and modifications for optimal performance.
- Streamlined reporting processes, increasing accuracy of intelligence briefs delivered to executive management.
- Collaborated with external partners to share intelligence, strengthening relationships and improving information flow across networks.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between various departments, contributing to a more cohesive approach towards intelligence management.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Public Safety
TAFE SA
SAExecutive Development III Course - Police Management
Australian Institute of Police Management
Manly10-2023
Diploma - Leadership & Management
Skills SA
08-2022
Women Leadership Balance Course - Police Management
Australian Institute of Police Management
Manly, NSW03-2019
Skills
- Strategic leadership & decision making
- Mentoring & staff development
- Change management
- Strategic project management
- Operational planning
- Conflict resolution & negotiation
- Emergency response coordination
- Public safety & crime prevention
- Intelligence gathering & analysis
- Incident response & management
- Risk assessment & mitigation
- High-level communication skills
Timeline
Relieving Business Lead - SAFC Project SAPOL & AGD
SA Police
01.2024 - 07.2025
Relieving Officer in Charge
SA Police
01.2024 - 08.2024
Strategy & Support Inspector
SA Police
06.2023 - Current
Operations Senior Sergeant
SA Police
06.2019 - 06.2023
Crime Coordination Manager
SA Police
06.2018 - 06.2019
Intelligence Manager
SA Police
11.2016 - 06.2018
Advanced Diploma - Public Safety
TAFE SA
Executive Development III Course - Police Management
Australian Institute of Police Management
Diploma - Leadership & Management
Skills SA
Women Leadership Balance Course - Police Management
Australian Institute of Police Management
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