Regional - Forensic Vehicle Examiner
Forensic Vehicle Examiner
Yorkshire and the Humber Scientific Support Services
Crime Scene Investigation Churchill Way Hub
Sheffield
Salary 19,719 - £21,837
Vacancy Reference: RS237
Closing Date: 30 November 2018
West Yorkshire Police, as the lead Force for the Yorkshire and the Humber Regional Scientific Support Services (RSSS) is looking to recruit a Forensic Vehicle Examiner to be based in Sheffield.
The vacancy is a Regional role, advertised by West Yorkshire Police, open to all Police Staff in the four Regional Forces and subject to West Yorkshire Recruitment and Selection Protocols.
We need you to provide a comprehensive, efficient crime scene examination service to police investigations by attending vehicle crime and recovered property.
We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate knowledge of practical techniques used to examine vehicle crime scenes and the investigative response required for such incidents. You will come with a basic knowledge of computer packages which will include, casework management systems, crime systems, Excel and Word.
The opportunity would suit a candidate with good communication skills and an aptitude for working in a diverse community. You will also need to understand health and safety issues and legislation relevant to vehicle crime scene examination and attendance.
Due to the nature of this role you must be able to provide Biometric samples (fingerprints and DNA) for inclusion on the respective Police Elimination Database for routine speculative searching purposes.
In addition, you must hold a full UK/European driving licence, be able to work Monday to Friday between 9am to 5pm and also have a flexible approach to working regionally to ensure a full crime scene investigation service across four forces. You will also be required to complete a recognised manual handling cause.
This post is suitable for job share. This application process will close at 23:55 hours on Friday 30th November 2018.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required please refer to the http://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Development/competency-and-values-framework/Documents/Competency-and-Values-Framework-for-Policing_4.11.16.pdf (This link may be copied and pasted into your browser).
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