Nominations are now open for an award that recognises outstanding community policing in honour of slain Tasmania Police officer, Constable Keith Smith.
Calling for nominations, Commissioner Donna Adams said that Constable Smith was a well-respected and dedicated police officer who was committed to providing meaningful support to individuals while building lasting relationships founded on trust and service.
“These values – of service and support – defined his 25-year career,” Commissioner Adams said.
“In honour of Constable Smith, we want to ensure his memory lives on and that the legacy of his community spirit continues to be recognised through the presentation of this annual award.”
The award seeks nominations from within Tasmania Police and members of the Tasmanian community for a currently-serving police officer who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to community-focused policing and engagement.
“We’re looking to recognise a serving police officer whose service to the community reflects the compassion, service, and trust that Constable Smith embodied throughout his 25-year career,” Commissioner Adams said.
Members of the community are invited to submit a nomination for a police officer who has made a significant impact or contribution through community policing, or who has demonstrated sustained or outstanding community-focused policing efforts within Tasmania.
The recipient of the award will be announced at our medal and award ceremonies later this year, and will be presented with a citation by the Commissioner.
Eligibility
This award recognises a currently-serving member of Tasmania Police who has made a significant impact through community policing and engagement.
It aims to highlight those officers who have contributed meaningfully to safety and connection, and building cohesion within Tasmanian communities.
Nominees for the Keith Smith Community Policing Award must be a currently serving member of Tasmania Police.
*IMPORTANT: The nominee does not need to be assigned to any specific area and can be performing any operational or non-operational duties within Tasmania Police.
To submit a nomination, please complete the form.
Note: Additional work history checks will be conducted by the selection panel, prior to making a final decision.
Nominations will close on Friday, 31 July.
To find out more about the Keith Smith Community Policing Award and how to make a nomination, please visit: Keith Smith Community Policing Award – Tasmania Police.
