WYP - Crime Scene Investigators

Force Wide
N/A
Permanent

THE FOLLOWING VACANCY HAS BEEN ADVERTISED EXTERNALLY & TO THE REGION

 

Crime Scene Investigators

Regional Scientific Support Services

Leeds and succession list

Salary £19,521 - £24,030 plus enhancements

 

West Yorkshire Police, as the lead Force for the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Scientific Support Services, is looking to recruit a number of Crime Scene Investigators. We currently have an immediate vacancy at Leeds which will attract weekend enhancement and 14% shift allowance.

We will also create a succession list for any future vacancies that arise within the next 6 months for Bradford, Ossett, Sheffield, Doncaster, Brigg and Hull.

In this role, you will provide a comprehensive, efficient and effective crime scene examination service to police investigations by attending volume crime scenes.

Eligible candidates will hold a Science based degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant operational environment. You will need a basic knowledge of computer packages including casework management systems, crime systems, Excel and Word.

In order to be considered for these roles, you must demonstrate good communication skills and an aptitude for working in a diverse community. Furthermore, you will show an understanding of H&S issues and legislation relevant to volume crime scene examination and attendance.

You will have knowledge of the practical techniques used to examine volume crime scenes, as well as a sound understanding of the investigative response to such incidents. Due to the nature of the role, you must provide Biometric samples (fingerprints and DNA) for inclusion on the respective Police Elimination Databases for routine speculative searching purpose.

In addition, you must hold a full current UK/European driving licence and will have a flexible approach to working cross-border to ensure a full regional crime scene investigation service. You will also be required to complete a recognised manual handling course.

Crime Scene Investigators are required to work a shift pattern between 7am to 11pm, 7 days per week which will attract weekend enhancement and 14% shift allowance.

Successful Candidates must be able to attend a Training course running from 4th June to 6th July inclusive.

These posts are suitable for job share. The application process will close at 1600 hours on the date shown.

The online application form and role profile may be accessed through the following link - https://atsv7.wcn.co.uk/search_engine/jobs.cgi?owner=5027409&ownertype=fair&jcode=1714952&vt_template=657&adminview=1

 

Post reference number:  RS207
Closing date: 5 March 2018

This opportunity is closed to applications.