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Red Snapper Recruitment Limited

Posted

22 days ago

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Red Snapper Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of our policing client based in Lincolnshire for Investigators working on the Major Crime Unit (MCU).

Offering a 12 month contract upon start date with possible extension, at a rate of 16.46 per hour PAYE and 21.31 per hour Umbrella. Full time, 37 hours per week, candidates must at least be PIP1 accredited. Locations in Sleaford.

Main duties and responsibilities

To work as part of a team in MCU to undertake the investigation of major crime that fall under the MCU remit, involving interview of suspects, and gathering of evidence from victims and witnesses, digital media, and other sources. To prepare and complete files in accordance with court deadlines, legislation, and force policy, ensuring that crimes under investigation are compliant with Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996 (CPIA) and the Victims Code of Practice. To respond effectively to all reports of major crime, including coronial investigations and support to other departments such as PVP, CID and Local Policing in accordance with the MCU Terms of Reference, Force policy, and NPCC and College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice. To develop and record proportionate investigation plans and strategies. To prioritise lines of enquiry, maximising the gathering of material by securing and preserving evidence under minimum supervision. To conduct or co-ordinate all aspects of the investigation process, ensuring the highest quality of service to all stakeholders. To interview victims of crime and other witnesses, ensuring compliance with the Victims Charter, identifying when victims are significant or vulnerable and taking relevant measures. To effectively apply investigation procedures to ensure timely response to and conclusion of all enquiries. To gather, develop and use intelligence effectively utilising force IT systems to enhance investigations and inform other departments/line management of identified risks and safeguarding concerns. To prepare case files within the designated timescales ensuring legislative compliance in line with the CPIA, disclosure rules and the Manual of Guidance for presentation to the Magistrates and Crown Courts. To attend court and give evidence in relation to those aspects of any investigation which are within the post holders personal knowledge, or in which the post holder has had any involvement during the investigative process. To represent the organisation by attending multi-agency meetings / case-conferences, or other such meetings as required or deemed appropriate by line management understand and apply relevant risk assessment processes to support the determination of response and effective resource prioritisation. To respond positively to operational requirements in relation to all aspects of MCU, and as required and directed by MCU Managers. To cultivate and maintain good relations between internal departments, external stakeholders, and the community. To be fully conversant and competent with relevant legislation, practice agreements and investigation procedures.

Person Specification

PIP1 qualification Previous experience of gathering information and / or data from third parties (e.g. researching, interviewing techniques). Previous experience of problem solving and decision making with an ability to critically analyse material. Previous experience of working in a customer focused environment Previous experience of working with confidential/sensitive material. Possess a sound knowledge of IT skills including Microsoft, Word, Excel, Outlook; ability to effectively use force IT systems following training Must be prepared to be subject to Management Vetting, in line with the Force Vetting Policy, and to undertake drug screening. Be able to carry out investigatory duties and gather evidence at a variety of locations including at the home of the member of the public, crime scenes or on police premises. Must have the capability to travel within Lincolnshire or wider on occasion to undertake assignments; due to this requirement and the potential unsocial hours a full UK driving licence is required

If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested please refer them. We have a referral bonus scheme and will pay 75, in retail vouchers of your choice, for referrals who are not already known to us.

Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful.

RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist.

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Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group.

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The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.

location

Sleaford, Lincolnshire