SYP - Coroner's Listing Officer

Role: Coroner’s Listing Officer

Department: Doncaster District

Location: College Rd, Doncaster

Salary: Band B

Hours: 37 per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Role Purpose:

On behalf of the force and in liaison with staff within HM Coroner’s office, to undertake duties in connection with the investigation of sudden or suspicious deaths

Key Responsibilities:

• Due to the nature of this role you will need possess a strong disposition, together with excellent communication skills.
• May need to work outside normal working hours in order to meet organisational requirements
• At short notice, be able to fulfil the role of court usher when required
• Co-ordinate the listing of inquests as directed by HM Coroner in accordance with appropriate legislation, force policy and guidelines.
• Prioritise and oversee the diary management of the Coroner’s Court to maximise its effective use.
• Regular phone and written contact with bereaved families, Police, witnesses, legal and medical professionals and other agencies.
• Assist Coroners Officer’s by attending Pre-Inquest Reviews and take notes in court, following up any actions directed by HM Coroner regarding the investigation relating to a deceased person, obtaining reports, information and evidence to contribute to both the investigation and preparation of the file for the inquest within given time constraints.
• Administrative tasks associated with the enquiries and inquest into a deceased person, assisting with collation, disclosure and organisation of copious records and documents
• Dealing with enquiries from the general public, press and other agencies.
• Ensure accurate updating of paper and electronic records relating to the investigations and inquests of deceased persons.
• Assist the Coroner’s Officers in identifying and following up outstanding enquiries relating to a deceased person within given timescales.
• Meet and greet people arriving at court

Skills and experience:

For further information relating to the role and tasks of this position, please refer to the attached role profile.

Benefits:

We offer generous entitlements and supportive policies to enable a better work-life balance, some of which are listed below:

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Flexible and agile working
• Generous ‘family’ leave
• Voluntary CPD Events for all staff to allow continuous development
• Mentoring & Coaching Scheme
• Paid Professional Subscriptions when relevant to role
• Access to a range of occupational health facilities
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee assistance service ( accessible 24/7)
• Additional benefits for Westfield Health members
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sports and Social Club

Eligibility:

Applicants must meet the minimum requirement checkable history criteria, which must be taken into account for individuals applying to work with South Yorkshire Police in any capacity. A minimum checkable history of 3 years is required for this role and successfully undergoing recruitment vetting procedure is a pre-requisite of employment with South Yorkshire Police.

Appearance & Standards:

All tattoos and piercings must be in line with South Yorkshire Police’s Appearance and Standards policy. Tattoos visible on your face, neck, hands or head are not permitted. Any tattoos which could be deemed inappropriate or cause offence will also not be accepted. If you have tattoos, you will need to make a declaration at the time of application.

Closing Date:

Thursday 11th March 2021 at 23:55

Closing dates are not normally extended, other than in exceptional circumstances and agreement is made with the Talent Acquisition Manager, Recruitment and the Line Manager for the role.

Contact point for applicants:

For further information about the role, please contact Stephen Handley on Steve.Handley@doncaster.gov.uk or 01302 737113. Please do not contact this number for an application form.

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Diversity & Inclusion:

South Yorkshire Police welcome applications from under-represented communities. For further information on diversity and inclusion within South Yorkshire Police, please visit the diversity and inclusion page:

https://www.southyorkshire.police.uk/sign-up/join-team-syp/diversity-in-the-force/

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