Police National Systems Officer
We are welcoming applications for the role of Police National Systems Officer with Devon & Cornwall Police based at the following location(s): Police Headquarters, Exeter
Salary: Grade 4 - Starts at £24,921 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £27,351 per annum
Please note that the above salary is based on working 37 hours per week. If this role is part-time or you are appointed on a part-time basis your salary will be prorated to reflect this. Exceptions to starting salary may apply if you are an existing Devon and Cornwall or Dorset Police Staff employee substantively posted to a role at the same grade.
Type of employment: Permanent
As a Police National Systems Officer you will be joining our Force National Computer Bureau Team of 30, including 18 other Police National Systems Officer’s, who receive up to date information regarding a variety of crimes relating to people, vehicles and property. The Department is responsible for ensuring information is accurately updated on our systems which then provides intelligence for all Police Forces nationally. We currently recruiting for 2 vacancies and are transitioning to a new national Police system so you will join at an exciting time as we all learn together!
The principle responsibility of this role is to create, update, amend and/or delete data on the Police National Computer (PNC) and other selected IT systems. This will involve assessing and evaluating information, and actioning requests based on operational priorities in a timely manner, whilst ensuring a high level of data accuracy and legislative compliance.
Ideally you will possess an understanding of the different types of information held by the Police, but most importantly will have excellent attention to detail with the ability to make effective decisions with an awareness/or experience of handling sensitive data. Strong communication skills including the ability to listen attentively, clarify understanding, and write clearly and concisely is also essential. This would suit someone is interested in exposure to a broad range of areas within policing from the Control Room to the Criminal Justice Unit who is interested in working on a range of systems.
The hours/shift pattern for this role are: The department covers 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. There is a 12-week shift pattern which includes a variety of earlies, lates and night shifts. Please refer to the shift pattern for more information.
It is a full-time position however part-time hours are also considered.
This is a great opportunity not only to join Devon and Cornwall Police, but one of Devon’s largest employers and gain from all the benefits that brings. You will also contribute to operational policing helping to make a positive difference to the communities we serve.
Want to know more about this role?
Further detail regarding this role and the essential requirements can be found within the role profile attached below.
If you think this may be the role for you and would like further information, please contact:
Hiring Line Manager: Nikki Mortimore - FNCB Supervisor
Email Address: nikki.mortimore@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk
Telephone Number: 01392 226960
What you get if you join us:
If you work for us, you will get access to:
- A competitive salary with yearly increments.
- 25 days a year leave entitlement, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time workers).
- Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties.
- Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5).
- Company sick pay.
- Competitive local government pension scheme.
- Job related equipment, as required.
- Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties.
- Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme).
- Support networks, free Employees Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
- Development and training opportunities.
- Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need.
Additional Information
Recruitment process
Application Stage:
To apply for this role, click the 'apply' button below, you will then be taken to a registration page. Please complete this registration form to create an account, once created you will be taken to the application.
Already have an account? If you have previously created an account, please click 'login' at the bottom of the page next to the 'submit registration' button. Once logged in, you will be taken to the application.
Once registered, you will have to complete an eligibility form to apply. If eligible you will move to the application form stage where you will evidence your suitability for this post. The closing date for applications is 11/04/2024, 12:00.
Selection Stage:
The selection for this role will consist of Shortlisting, Interview.
Applications will be anonymised and then shortlisted by the shortlisting panel. Following the shortlisting you will be notified of the recruitment decision via email along with feedback on your application.
If successful, you will then be invited to an interview. This will be based on the behaviours outlined within the role profile. The interview process is due to take place week commencing 22 April 2024.
Some roles may also require an assessment and / or fitness test. Further information on this will be provided following the shortlisting process.
Pre-requisites:
If you are successful through the selection stage of the recruitment process, we will make a conditional offer of appointment and commence pre-requisite checks. These checks can include:
- Vetting checks,
- Reference checks,
- Medical assessment,
- Qualification review,
- Right to Work checks.
A formal offer of appointment and start date will not be agreed until all checks are satisfactorily completed. If you are successful at the selection stage your conditional offer will outline which of these checks are applicable to you.
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