The Forensic Tasking Unit is responsible for the quality and prioritisation of requests to attend incidents, through collaborative working and the application of a decision making framework, to manage the associated demand. The purpose of the Forensic Tasking Officer role is to ensure that requests for attendance at incidents are proportionate and appropriate, thereby enabling the effective delivery of forensic services in support of the criminal justice system. The Forensic Tasking Officer will undertake and oversee an effective forensic request process which ensures that requests, received from Police Scotland, are subjected to an effective assessment, evaluation and prioritisation and are then subsequently submitted to the Search and Recovery Team or Capability Team Manager. The Forensic Tasking Officer will support the management of attendances within Forensic Services through collaborative monitoring of target dates in conjunction with Police Scotland, Operations Crime Managers and Service Delivery Team Managers within Forensic Services. The Forensic Tasking Officer will support all aspects of the request process as required including the update of Forensic Systems and any associated administration activity. As a Tasking Officer, you’ll be at the heart of our mission to protect and serve the public. You’ll make real-time decisions that help ensure the right people and resources are in the right place at the right time. This is a fast-moving, on-site role worked to a shift pattern, essential to maintaining round-the clock support for our operations. Please note: The work we do may include exposure to sensitive or challenging material, but you’ll be supported by a strong team culture and access to wellbeing resources Hybrid Working SPA Forensic Services currently operates a hybrid working policy which is designed to suit the needs of both the organisation and staff. For eligible roles this can mean that a proportion of the working week can be worked routinely from home, through discussion and agreement with your line manager. If you would like more details on the possibility of hybrid working for the particular role you are considering applying for, please contact Recruitment in the first instance. The Forensic Services Strategy can be found here The Forensic Services Performance Framework can be found here Role profile Role Profile.pdf – 209KB Opens in a new window CVF guidance Forensics Competency and Values Framework.pdf – 769KB Opens in a new window You should have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years immediately prior to application for this role.