Role: Civilian Investigator x 5 REF 375019
Contract Length: Until 31/12/26
Location: Gainsborough
IR35: Inside
Pay Rate to Intermediary: £23.73 per hour
Security Clearance: BPSS
Spinwell is recruiting for a Civilian Investigator for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CIVILIAN INVESTIGATOR
- To complete enquiries that are allocated to the Officer in accordance with force policy, Data Protection rules and CPIA disclosure requirements.
- To prioritise lines of enquiry, maximising the gathering of material by securing and preserving evidence under minimum supervision. To conduct or co-ordinate all aspects of the investigation process, ensuring the highest quality of service to all stakeholders.
- To interview victims of crime and other witnesses, ensuring compliance with the Victims Charter, identifying when victims are significant or vulnerable and taking relevant measures.
- To effectively apply investigation procedures to ensure timely response to and conclusion of all enquiries.
- To gather, develop and use intelligence effectively utilising force IT systems to enhance investigations and inform other departments/line management of identified risks and safeguarding concerns.
- To attend court and give evidence in relation to those aspects of any investigation which are within the post holders personal knowledge, or in which the post holder has had any involvement during the investigative process.
- To represent the organisation by attending multi-agency meetings / case-conferences, or other such meetings as required or deemed appropriate by line management understand and apply relevant risk assessment processes to support the determination of response and effective resource prioritisation.
- To respond positively to operational requirements of Op Compatible and when required in relation to all aspects of PVP work, and as required and directed by PVP Managers.
- To cultivate and maintain good relations between internal departments, external stakeholders, and the community.
- To be fully conversant and competent with relevant legislation, practice agreements and investigation procedures.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE OF THE CIVILIAN INVESTIGATOR
- PIP1 qualification
- Previous experience of gathering information and / or data from third parties (e.g. researching, interviewing techniques).
- Previous experience of problem solving and decision making with an ability to critically analyse material.
- Previous experience of working in a customer focused environment
- Previous experience of working with confidential/sensitive material.
- Demonstrates lateral vision and a logical process for solving problems
- Possess a sound knowledge of IT skills including Microsoft, Word, Excel, Outlook; ability to effectively use force IT systems following training
- Demonstrates the ability to review and present information with accuracy and clear attention to detail
- Self-motivated and focused on achieving high levels of performance, working as an ambassador for Police
- Demonstrates commitment in making a difference taking responsibility for own actions
- Able to demonstrate evidence of working on own initiative and unsupervised at times
- Shows resilience even in difficult situations
- Must be prepared to be subject to Management Vetting, in line with the Force Vetting Policy, and to undertake drug screening.
- Be able to carry out investigatory duties and gather evidence at a variety of locations including at the home of the member of the public, crime scenes or on police premises.
- Must have the capability to travel within Lincolnshire or wider on occasion to undertake assignments; due to this requirement and the potential unsocial hours a full UK driving licence is required.
If you are a Civilian Investigator, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell!
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