Vetting Case Officer
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Permanent
Full Time
£29,109.00 - £31,296.00
Job Purpose:
To undertake vetting according to the College of Policing Vetting Code of Practice and APP (Authorised Professional Practice) in order to safeguard Police assets for all forces in England & Wales. Undertake detailed research, conduct investigations and employeffective decision-making regarding vetting applicants’ suitability to both Warwickshire Police and the Police National Vetting Service.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Undertake effective risk assessments that require sound decision-making -as delegated by the Head of the Vetting Unit (in accordance with the College of Policing APP) – which will lead to the granting, refusing or withdrawing of RV/MV vetting or Non Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV).
2. Liaise with other Police Forces, Military organisations, HM Prison Service and other relevant agencies to gather the required information/intelligence to make an informed risk assessment and reach a proportionate decision.
3. Ensure effective case management of vetting files, undertaking all tasks required to progress cases to conclusion to the level appropriate to the roles of the individuals, meeting performance standards dictated by the Service Level Agreement.
4. Interrogate the Police National Computer, Police National Database, Police Professional Standards databases, Anti-Corruption Unit databases, the UK Security Vetting (UKSV) CMS database, Credit Reference Agency and open source/social media platforms and other related intelligence and information sources.
5. Interview vetting applicants where it is believed information has been withheld or to clarify areas where facts are disputed and make a contemporaneous record of the interview.
6. Prepare Vetting Appeal Files for the consideration of the Vetting Appeals Panel and provide documented rationale relating to the decision-making process. Be available to present to the panel where necessary.
7. Provide information, advice and guidance to vetting applicants regarding completion of the process and in accordance with the APP, to support the force’s Positive Action initiative.
8. Ensure that Vetting Reviews and Aftercare requirements are completed in accordance with APP.
9. Provide advice, guidance and support to less experienced Vetting Case Officers and to other internal departments as required.
10. Ensure confidentiality of information in accordance with the Data Protection Act and other relevant legislation. Report data breaches as soon as you become aware of one occurring.
11. Monitor and review workloads to provide a consistently high quality of service. Actively seek opportunities to innovate and ensure the service offered to clients is consistent with ISO:9001 obligation to improve the client experience.
12. To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, as required.
Special conditions:
* Mandatory Training requirements
* CoreVet – in house
* PNC – Course
* PND – Course
* Athena – Course
* Experian – in house
Person Specification:
Knowledge:
* 5 A-C grade GCSE’s (or equivalent) including English language
* Educated to A level or equivalent
* Familiar with and competent to use/explain the role of relevant policy / legislation (e.g. Data Protection Act, Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, College of Policing Vetting Code of Practice, College of Policing Vetting APP and National Decision Model).
* An understanding of relevant policy / legislation (e.g. Data Protection Act, Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, College of Policing Vetting Code of Practice & APP, College of Policing Code of Ethics and National Decision Model)
Experience:
* Experience of researching, interpreting and collating complex information and presenting accurate, comprehensive documentation demonstrating thorough attention to detail.
* Able to assimilate and apply information, make decisions compliant with the College of Policing APP: acting on own judgement.
* Able to work to strict deadlines, managing a high and diverse workload.
* Experience of investigative interviewing
Key Skills:
* Ability to analyse, assimilate and record complex information interpret and apply legislation / policy and make informed recommendations and decisions.
* Good communication skills (verbal, aural and written) leading to the ability to communicate with officers, staff and members of the public.
* Ability to record relevant information accurately using departmental IT systems.
* Ability to demonstrate and maintain the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality.
* Proven ability to manage high workloads in accordance with strict deadlines.
If you are interested in this role, below is some suggested reference material:
Vetting Code of Practice - Vetting Code of Practice updated | College of Policing
Vetting APP Vetting | College of Policing
Police National Vetting Service Website - Police National Vetting Service | Warwickshire Police
HMICFR - Vetting and counter-corruption pages Vetting and counter-corruption - His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (justiceinspectorates.gov.uk)