Policy Officer

Devon & Cornwall OPCC
Fixed Term
Please note that it is recommended that applicants applying for an internal or external secondment will need to seek support from their SMT for their temporary release from their substantive role before applying from their SMT. At the end of the secondment the successful applicant(s) would return to their substantive role. However, if in the meantime the releasing department is subject to review, the successful applicant(s) would be included in that review as if still in post.
a Fixed Term contract
31/12/2022
D&C Office of the PCC
Police Headquarters, Exeter
Grade 5
Internal and External Recruitment
Starts at £27,789 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £29,874 per annum

The above salary is based on a full time (37 hour) salary. If you are successful in a part time role this will be pro-rata'd to reflect your working hours.

Please note: Exceptions to starting salary may apply if you are an existing Police Staff employee substantively posted to a role at the same grade.

Yes

For additional information on allowances please see our "allowances" page

Full Time
37
We welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need.
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4 October 2021

We have an exciting opportunity for a Policy Officer to join the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, working with a small and dynamic team to support the Commissioner across all areas of policy and performance.

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner is a non-political, impartial organisation that supports the Commissioner to undertake her role to be the voice of the people in policing, and to hold the Chief Constable to account for how he/she discharges their functions. The Strategy, Police and Performance Team are key to enabling the Office to deliver its strategic aim of ensuring the efficient and effective policing of Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

The new Policy Officer will be involved in a range of high profile and important activities including:

  • Collating analysing and interpreting data
  • Monitoring and reviewing performance
  • Supporting policy development and formation
  • Preparing briefings and advice on policy matters

We are looking for a candidate with a real interest in policy and policing, who wants to work in an organisation that makes a real difference for the people of Devon and Cornwall. You will good research skills, the ability to analyse and interpret complex information, and strong communication and report writing skills. Working a fast paced high pressure environment, we are looking for someone with a positive attitude, who is able to flex and adapt to new requirements and change, and able to adopt creative and innovative approaches to new challenges. Experience of working with data or in a government/policy environment is welcomed, but training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

If you are interested in applying and would like and informal conversation to find out more please contact Katie Grant Katie.GRANT@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk

Please note, this post is advertised as a fixed term contract for 12 months.

Interviews will be held on 5th or 6th October 2021.

Please see role profile for full details.

27/09/2021, 12:00

Under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 this post is politically restricted.  A politically restricted post prevents an individual from having any active political role either in or outside the workplace and will automatically be disqualified from standing for or holding elected office.   They are also restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or a person who is or seeks to be a candidate, and speaking to the public at large or publishing any written or artistic work that could give the impression that they are advocating support for a political party. For more information, please visit our website or see Alliance PSD20 Working Practice via SharePoint.
For Further Information, Please Contact:
Felicity Ridgway
Director of Operations
07849574991
felicity.ridgway@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk

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This opportunity is closed to applications.