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Job Title: Digital Media Investigator - HC623873
Location: Southampton Central Police Station
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 4th May 2026 at 23:59 hours
About The Role
To support investigations by assisting in the investigation of crime requiring specialist digital investigative assistance by identifying opportunities, providing assistance and advice, gathering intelligence and conducting proactive/reactive investigations where digital technology and data acquisition opportunities exist. (Serious and Complex crime under the supervision, guidance and mentoring of a PIP 2 investigator)
You will support the development of a digital strategy in conjunction with Senior Investigation Officers to reach objectives for how digital media can support investigations and help to formulate a strategy for the acquisition of data to support the advancement of an investigation.
You will also seek specialist support from roles such as Analysts, Communications Data Investigators (SPoC), Digital Forensics, Covert Authority Bureau, Vehicle Examiners and National Crime Agency to apply appropriate expertise to the advancement of an investigation.
You will undertake open and closed source investigations in relation to specific subjects, to support incidents, operations and investigations and undertake research in order to identify emerging trends, technology and investigative opportunities.
Please take a look at the full role profile Digital Media Investigator.
As members of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary police staff you will have access to a wide benefits package, including but not limited to:
* Family friendly policies supporting those with caring responsibilities.
* Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 24 days in addition to public holidays, rising to 29 after five years’ service.
* Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
* Retail, holiday and leisure discounts through Hampshire Police Leisure and Sports Club or Blue Light Card.
* Excellent wellbeing support and access to Employee Assistance Programme.
* Staff representation groups and inclusion network.
Essential Qualifications
Competent Constable or Educated to QCF Level 3 or work experience deemed to have brought the postholder to a comparable level.
PIP Level 1 accreditation with proven relevant CPD.
Have knowledge and understanding of the Law & Procedure in connection with the following key business areas:
* Digital Forensics (Computers & mobile devices)
* Network Investigations
* Wi-Fi opportunities
* Open Source Investigations
* Communications Data Investigations
* ANPR
* CCTV
* Radio Frequency Propagation Surveys (Cellular & WiFi).
Have a strong understanding of processes including:
* Investigation, prosecution and case file preparation
* Exhibits management and giving of evidence
* Grading systems for SPoCs and risk matrices used by the HTCU.
Contact details for an informal discussion
Please contact the Recruitment Team at police.recruitment@hampshire.police.uk or on 023 8045 1611
Please note that the email address you supply when submitting an application will be used for contact throughout the full lifecycle of that vacancy. You will not be able to amend your contact details. You should therefore ensure that you choose an appropriately accessible email address, being mindful that the process may take several months for some roles.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary is an inclusive employer and strives to have a workforce representative of the communities we police and serve. We recognise that we are not fully representative and are working to address this imbalance through a variety of initiatives.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary is an equal opportunities employer that positively promotes flexible working, enabling officers and staff to achieve a healthy work-life balance whilst meeting operational requirements of the constabulary. We actively encourage applications to be made on a full time, part time or flexible working basis.
The Equality Act 2010 allows us to promote equality within Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary by adopting Positive Action to support people from under-represented groups. Our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our Positive Action team are available to provide support through the application and assessment process by contacting: positive.action@hampshire.pnn.police.uk
The Disability Confident campaign aims to remove barriers, increase understanding and ensure that people have opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations. We will accommodate requests for reasonable adjustments where possible throughout our recruitment and promotions processes and encourage anyone requiring reasonable adjustments to disclose this at the earliest opportunity.
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