Investigative Support Officer X 2

Job Description

To provide support to the investigation of serious and complex criminal offences. To assist in progressing enquiries as directed by the senior investigating officer and to assist in the recovery of evidential material. To work with exhibits and disclosureobligations in line with the Criminal Procedures and Investigations Act 1996PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To work as part of an investigation team, gathering, reviewing and presenting evidence as required specific to the department and investigation to which deployed
• To obtain evidence from victims and witnesses in a concise and legible format in accordance with relevant rules and legislation
• To coordinate and conduct house to house and CCTV enquiries as directed and to complete relevant documentation accurately and in accordance with procedures. To facilitate the capture and seizure of CCTV where required
• To be responsible for the management of exhibits including the submission and transportation of these items, controlling all movement of exhibits and following liaison with the SIO, to prepare all forms for the submission of exhibits for further forensictesting if required. To assist in preparing exhibits for suitable presentation to the Courts
• To attend Court for and provide verbal evidence when required and be a direct liaison between the Senior Investigating Officer and the Crown Prosecution Service
• Use all force computer systems including NICHE and maintaining databases for duties relating to disclosure and the management of exhibits
• To work in line with CPIA act and if required, as Disclosure Officer in investigations, examining all material, presenting it to the CPS, disclosing it to the accused where appropriate, and certifying to the prosecutor that action has been taken in accordancewith the Codes of Practice
• To review and present information received as part of enquiries including those for CCTV, house to house, digital downloads, third party material
• To complete research and assist file preparation as required for investigations and submission to the crown prosecution service.
• To assist in interviewing suspects or witnesses in line with codes of practice and legislation. This is dependent on current qualification status and accreditations.

GENERAL TASKS

• Finance
  • To be cost effective in all contracts and purchasing undertaken in the department.
  • Proactively look to take cost out of department / business through efficiency and automation.

• Quality and Compliance
  • Compliance with the forces policies and procedures
  • Ensure the delivery of effective customer and support service in line with any agreed service standards.
  • Undertake and participate in Bench Marking activities and survey requests
  • Must display the qualities to be able to work in an organisation with minority groups and provide a service to minority groups in communities. They must show that they are able to contribute to an open, fair working environment where inappropriate behaviouris not permitted. They must display no evidence of the likelihood to contribute in any way to workplace bullying or sexist or racist behaviour.
  • Maintain records in a confidential manner, ensuring all information handled is done so sensitively and in line with General Data Protection Regulations

• Administrative / Miscellaneous
  • General administration
  • Undertaking of any activities commensurate with grade and skill set of the position
  • Attendance of required training
  • Participating in the performance review process including the requirement for CPD
  • Attending meetings and events inside and outside the force area

• Health, Safety and Statutory Compliance
  • Comply with Health & Safety Policies and procedures.
  • Always keep safety in mind and act in a safe manner.
  • To take reasonable care of own and others safety; to co-operate with managers / supervisors in complying with statutory health and safety duties; to report incidents, accidents, faults and near misses
  • Use systems that have been developed to promote health and safety at GWP

• Wellbeing
  • To engage and support the Forces Wellbeing Agenda
  • To actively seek to optimise your own physical and psychological Wellbeing wherever possible.
  • To actively challenge discrimination and stigma
  • To actively support the psychological and physical wellbeing of your colleagues/ team and encourage an empathetic culture within policing.

• Sustainability
  • It is every employees responsibility to help us achieve this ambition and contribute to reducing their individual carbon footprint, as well as working towards the departmental and organisational objectives, in line with our Sustainability Strategy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must have 2 A levels or NVQ level 4 or equivalent experience relevant to the role.
• Must be PIP Level 1 trained or have appropriate previous investigative experience. PIP level 2 preferred.
• Must have experience of the investigation of crime or offending behaviour or have experience of working within law enforcement or the criminal justice system
• Must have experience of dealing with sensitive material in an ethical manner
• Must have experience of working to challenging timescales and the ability to perform under pressure
• Must be competent in the practical application of Microsoft Office packages
• Must have good communication skills with the ability to listen, empathise and provide support and adapt language to meet the needs of different people.
• Must have good knowledge of the criminal law relating to the investigation of crime.
• Must have an understanding of the principles of disclosure under the Criminal Procedures Investigation Act.
• Level 1 Welsh essential (training will be given). Welsh language skills level 2 and above are desirable

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