Ranger of the Year 2024 – Jessica Wotherspoon

 

We are thrilled to announce Jessica Wotherspoon as the Ranger of the Year for her outstanding contributions and achievements over the past year. Jessica has been a vital part of the City of Nedlands’ Ranger Services for the last decade, progressing from Administration Officer to Coordinator Rangers.

Throughout her career, Jessica has excelled in community engagement, organising welfare donations and staff drives to support organisations such as Cat Haven and Shenton Park Dog Refuge. She has played a key role in enhancing the public image of Rangers and positioning them at the forefront of community programs. Jessica’s involvement in the Western Central Local Emergency Management Committee and its subcommittees has bolstered emergency response capabilities, underscoring her commitment to public safety.

Jessica’s collaborative spirit is evident in her strong relationships with neighboring Ranger Services and other key organisations, sharing knowledge and resources with partners like Australia Post and Central Regional TAFE. She is a strong advocate for succession planning within her team, focusing on retaining corporate knowledge and offering growth opportunities.

Promoting team bonding and wellbeing has been a priority for Jessica, fostering a supportive and cohesive work environment that emphasises health and camaraderie. Her dedication, innovative approach, and leadership have significantly advanced Ranger Services and community engagement. Congratulations to Jessica Wotherspoon on this well-deserved recognition as Ranger of the Year!

Key Achievements:

  • Community Engagement: Led council welfare donations and staff drives benefiting Cat Haven and Shenton Park Dog Refuge, fostering community support and enhancing the public image of Rangers.
  • Reputation Building: Positioned Rangers at the forefront of community engagement programs, working diligently to shift public perceptions and highlight the critical role of Rangers.
  • Emergency Management: Actively involved in the Western Central Local Emergency Management Committee and its subcommittees, strengthening emergency response capabilities.
  • Collaboration: Established strong relationships with neighboring local government Ranger Services, essential for collaborative efforts like the whale removal at Cottesloe Beach.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Proactively shared services and expertise with key organizations, including Australia Post and Central Regional TAFE, enhancing her collaborative network.
  • Succession Planning: Advocated for succession planning to retain corporate knowledge and provide growth opportunities within the team.
  • Team Wellbeing: Promoted team bonding and health and wellbeing activities, fostering a supportive and cohesive work environment.

Jessica’s dedication and innovative approach have significantly advanced Ranger Services and community engagement. Congratulations to Jessica Wotherspoon, a well-deserved Ranger of the Year!

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