Crime Scene Investigator

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Job Title:  Crime Scene Investigator
Role type  Police Staff
Contract duration  Permanent
Assignment Type  Standard Contract
Department  Joint Protective Services
Location  Broadland Police Station (Uniform Norfolk), Bury St Edmunds Police Station (Uniform Suffolk), Swaffham Police Station (Uniform Norfolk)

The recruitment criteria for all posts are subject to workplace adjustments in line with the Constabularies' policies and duties under the Equality Act 2010.

Consideration will be given to whether the post can be delivered on either a part time or job share basis, in line with the organisational requirements of this role.

This role has been identified as the Modern Workplace category below.

Modern Workplace Business Category  1: On Premise
Grade / Rank  Band E
Salary Range  £32,772 - £36,996

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.
This/These post(s) attract allowances  Call Out / Standby, Shift Allowance, Weekend Working Enhancement
Weekend enhancement  Weekend work will be paid at the usual hourly rate plus an additional one half of that rate (time and a half).
Shift percentage  12.50%
Hours per week  37.00
Closing date  09/08/2024, 23:55
Job description  TRAINEE CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR

FORENSIC SERVICES

Location: Broadland Hub Norfolk, Swaffham Hub Norfolk, Bury St Edmunds Suffolk.

3 x Full Time Post (37 hours per week)

Band D/E: £28,302 - £36,996 per annum + weekend and shift enhancements.

Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies’ Forensic Services Department provide a vital policing role that directly impacts on crime detection and reduction and this is a rare opportunity to join the team as a Trainee Crime Scene Investigator.

As a Trainee Crime Scene Investigator, you will attend crime scenes and conduct examinations to recover physical evidence, initially from less serious offences. You will write reports and statements and give evidence in Court. This important position requires the successful applicant to have a flexible approach: work weekends, cover shifts between 0800 and 2200 and be available out of hours on a standby rota.

Subject to satisfactory evidence of competency, all successful applicants are expected to progress to become Crime Scene Investigators (Band E) examining all crime types.

At all stages it is likely that you will be exposed to scenes that will be unpleasant in nature.

We are looking for applicants who can offer the following attributes:

Essential Criteria:

Good literacy and numeracy skills with GCSE, or an equivalent level of qualification, in a science discipline
Experience of undertaking analytical work with the ability to create accurate reports
Good organisational skills with the ability to effectively prioritise to meet deadlines
Good interpersonal skills in dealing with people at all levels and under difficult circumstances and in operating as an effective team member
Able to solve problems and effectively evaluate options
Flexible approach; able to work across Norfolk and Suffolk (and in other forces where required) and to work unsocial hours
Basic keyboard skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Full driving licence in order to drive police vehicles and transport equipment
Possess physical fitness necessary to carry out the duties of the post

Please note there is a 1000 word limit on the application for the supporting statement – anything over this will be disregarded

For further information please contact Samuel Powell, Forensic Operations Manager

Role profile Crime Scene Investigator (Career Grade) - Nov 21.pdf – 167KB Opens in a new windowBenefits

24 days holiday per year in addition to public holidays (rising to 29 days after five year’s service)

Opportunities to work flexibly, subject to business needs
Option of joining the local government pension scheme
Option of joining the sports & social staff association and Unison and enjoying the benefits these provide
Access to the Blue Light Card with 100s of discounts
Paid-for training is available as is the opportunity to have mentoring, in a workplace where development is encouraged
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) A confidential service, available 365 days a year, 24/7, free of charge which can provide around the clock support and guidance to help you manage work and personal stressors, as well as support you through lifestyle changes
Support Networks that provide information and opportunities to share experiences as well as offering advice and support to members
A diverse, equal and inclusive workforce in an organisation that values its people
And finally, but perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to make a difference to the communities of Norfolk and Suffolk

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We are looking for people who share our values of caring, inclusive, courageous and learning.

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To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds with a range of professional and life experiences so that we are truly representative of our communities.

Why work for Norfolk and Suffolk Police?
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If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then Norfolk or Suffolk is the force for you.

Equality, diversity and inclusion
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Recruitment and Selection Policy
Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.

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