Vacancy Information
Division / Department - Specialist Crime
Grade - Grade D
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Permanent
Salary Grade Range - £26,162 - £29,670
Working Hours - 36.0 Hours per Week
Shift Allowance - No
Politically Restricted - No
Location - Surrey Police Headquarters, Guildford
The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro-rata if the working hours are less than full time.
Chief Constables' Message
We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.
We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.
We wish you all the very best with your application.
Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
The Role & Key Responsibilities
The Forensic Hub Support Officer role is responsible for delivering an efficient and effective service relating to the handling, integrity and placement for all items requiring forensic examination, within an ISO 17025 accredited workspace
Key Responsibilities
You will need to:
•undertake safe, secure and efficient handling and storage of all items of property requiring forensic examination
•including biohazard items (body fluids / body parts / etc), hazardous substances, firearms, ammunitions, drugs, cash and valuables.
•undertake independent decision making regarding the forensic integrity of exhibits received into the Forensic Hub for examination, determining whether there is any potential for subsequent forensic analysis to have been compromised.
•maintain integrity, security and continuity of movements for all exhibits received into the Forensic Hub, ensuring that the Forensic Case Management System is updated accurately with storage locations, movements and interactions.
•comply with Force H&S policy and health & safety legislation at all times, including the use of PPE.
•undertake various admin related tasks including, but not limited to the processing invoices, emails and PACE DNA samples.
Skills & Experience
•Good standard of secondary education (GCSEs A-C grade / or equivalent) including maths and English; or have substantial recent evidence of competent performance in a directly relevant equivalent role.
•To be IT literate and demonstrate a working knowledge of Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Edge.
•Able to work methodically to a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail, with minimal supervision.
•Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills particularly the ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers.
•Able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
•Able to demonstrate the focus and drive to manage a high workload, effectively prioritise work, achieve targets and get results.
Why Work With Us?
Policing is an exciting 24/7 business and we all have commitments outside work. We’re invested in supporting people to balance their life with work and we encourage flexible working.
We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits;
•career progression
•contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
•generous annual leave allowance
•discounts for everyday spend
•on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs
•generous and supportive parental leave
•financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
•discounted contributory healthcare scheme
Please use the following links for more information on the benefits of working with Surrey Police or Sussex Police
Further Information