Wiltshire Police are looking for passionate and experienced investigators to be part of a team within Wiltshire Police dedicated to a serious and complex crime investigation on a 12-month fixed term contract working from Calne Police Station.
Applications are welcomed from retired detectives and investigators with PIP2 qualification. Experience of working in a major crime environment is desirable.
You will be proficient in the investigation of serious and complex crime and will be required to perform a range of roles which will include the interviewing of witnesses, suspects, gathering of evidential material, disclosure, and exhibit management.
Successful applicants will be required to assist in the preparation of evidential files for the Crown Prosecution Service, HM Coroner, or other relevant authorities. You must be able to demonstrate excellent time management, meticulous attention to detail in relation to investigations, and in the production of documents and reports.
In this role, your main responsibilities will be:
* Interviewing witnesses and recording evidence in accordance with the Criminal Justice Act.
* Compiling detailed written reports and statements of evidence.
* Undertaking actions as directed by the Senior Investigating Officer or Case Manager.
* Performing the role of Disclosure Officer, Exhibits Officer and Document Reader when required.
* Assisting in the preparation of prosecution or other evidential files.
* Updating manual and computer records where required for the purposes of the investigation.
Skills, experience and qualifications required:
* PIP2 accreditation or equivalent investigative training.
* Computer literate with experience of updating both manual and computer records.
* Experience of writing reports and statements of evidence.
* Experience of liaising with a range of departments, agencies, and organisations.
* Experience of interviewing witnesses and suspects.
* A full and current UK driving licence.
* Experience of working within a Major Crime is desirable.
* Experience of working on the HOLMES operating system would also be beneficial.
What we offer
* Excellent career development opportunities
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days
* Hybrid working
* Flexi hours scheme
* Free Gym membership
* Physical and mental well-being support
* Generous Pension scheme
Please note, all roles will be subject to a vetting procedure, some roles due to the nature of their work, will require additional security clearance.
Depending on the number of applications received, we reserve the right to close this role early.
We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation who provides fair and equal consideration to all of our applicants. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence.
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