Communication Data Investigator - (SPOC)

Police Staff
Permanent
Intelligence
Leek Wootton
No
E

£30,783 - £35,982

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.  
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17/02/2023, 12:00

Communication Data Investigator - (SPOC)

Leek Wootton  |  Permanent Contract  | Full Time

Salary £28,530 to £33,348 (plus standby and overtime payments)

Working as part of our Intelligence team, a Communications Data Investigation is an essential role, supporting investigating officers for serious and organised crime and develop strategies to achieve the desired operational outcome and protect people from harm.

If you are calm under pressure, able to gather information quickly, and have a keen eye for detail, then Warwickshire Needs You.

You will become an accredited Single Point of Contact (SPOC), qualified to facilitate and obtain the lawful acquisition of communications data - such as from Social Media providers - for Warwickshire Police criminal investigations.

You will develop the expertise and knowledge to provide strategic and tactical advice to Senior Officers, help us to find missing persons, prevent and detect crime, and locate wanted individuals.

The role has a requirement to join the 24/7 on-call rota (working from home) to support emergency situations, with additional payments given for this and an enhanced overtime rate. The role benefits from a balance of remote / home working and attendance at our Headquarters in Leek Wootton.

What can we offer you?

As a valued member of our organisation, you’ll benefit from the below and more!

  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Eligibility for Blue Light discounts
  • Additional payments for Bank Holiday working
  • Annual leave balance rising to 31 days after five years service (plus Bank Holidays)
  • Free on-site parking
  • Option to work from home
  • On-site gym facilities
  • Unison membership
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Access to a wide range of internal support networks
  • Access to Coaching & Mentoring Schemes
  • Occupational Health Services
  • Health & Wellbeing Support

Experience - Desirable

  • Working as part of a small team
  • Working in a demand driven environment
  • Working with Microsoft Office packages
  • Working in a law enforcement or Telecoms environment

Key Skills - Essential

  • Keen eye for detail
  • Problem solving attitude
  • Confidence to make recommendations and challenge assumptions
  • Clear and logical thought processes
  • Accurate and orderly with administration
  • Self starter, motivated and enthusiastic

Special Conditions:

Requirement to participate in an on-call rota to provide out of office hours cover during evenings and weekends (this will earn additional standby and overtime payments).

Complete a National Training course for initial accreditation and probationary period prior to being confirmed in post.

The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Friday 17th February 2023

We support the ‘Happy to talk flexible working’ campaign, which aims to encourage uptake of flexible working for individuals. Please raise at interview any flexibility you may require and we will happily consider the flexible working options that may be suitable for this role.

Those currently eligible on the redeployment register will be given prior consideration.

*Please note - previous applicants who have been unsuccessful at interview stage are not eligible to apply again within 6 months.

Why work for Warwickshire Police?

Warwickshire Police has gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.
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 Warwickshire Police is the force for you.

Equality, diversity and inclusion


Warwickshire Police are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from minority ethnicity communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBTQ+ communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.
All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.

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.

Police Barred and Advisory lists


Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.

Vetting and safeguarding

Warwickshire Police are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.

Please note, you will require the following detail to complete this application form; NI Number, ID detail, address information, referee information, full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained.  You may also be requested to provide photos of any visible tattoos you have. The application system only remains active on a single page for a period of 60 minutes. Please therefore ensure you allow time to complete this fully as part complete pages will not be saved.  

This vacancy is closed to applications.