SYP - Covert & Communications Data Manager

Role:                Covert & Communications Data Manager

Department:    Performance & Governance

Location:         Carbrook, Sheffield

Salary:              £26,487 - £29,085

Hours:              37      

Contract Type: Permanent

We have an exciting opportunity as a Covert & Communications Data Manager working directly

for the Data Office Records Manager. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and co-ordinating all data obtained via sensitive covert policing tactics and all Communications Data utilising Part II of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 and the Investigatory Powers Act 2016.

Key Responsibilities:

• To identify, understand and manage data risk obtained via all sensitive covert policing capabilities and CD applications
• Support data risk management across the organisation
• Directly support and provide specialist advice and guidance to CAB Manager, Communications Data Investigations Manager, and other Information Asset Owners in their duties by managing assurance activities to demonstrate accountability for their data assets.
• Develop appropriate tools, dashboards, health-checks, documentation, and packages to support Information Asset Owners and the Data Boards (strategic and tactical).
• Communicate with and support other managers within the Data Office to clearly define information risk, risk score and allocate a lead subject matter expert, working with them closely to assist the IAO in mitigating actions, ensuring ISO’s are fully supported in their role.
• Responsible for the forces data obtained via covert authorities, including high grade sensitive data, on behalf of the Senior Responsible Officer (SRO). Ensuring compliance is met with relevant legislation, policy, procedures, and best practice.
• Monitor Missing Persons Workflow to establish and maintain data compliance in accordance with the Investigatory Powers Act 2018 Codes of Practice.
• Maintain the physical covert data store to establish and maintain data compliance in accordance with the Investigatory Powers Act 2018 Codes of Practice.
• Provide governance and compliance updates to the Force OPSY, as and when required.

Skills and experience:

• In depth working knowledge of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000, Investigatory Powers Act 2016, Management of Police Information Act, Criminal Procedures and Investigations Act 1996, Human Rights Legislation and the Data Protection Act.
• Specialist relevant Risk Management/Information Governance qualification, or equivalent experience in a similar organisation working in a relevant role, or proven experience of decision making in a high-pressure environment, with accountability for decisions made.
• Proven experience of risk management methodology application.
• Successful project delivery experience.
• Experience of the development, implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures.

Skills and experience as documented in the role profile need to be evidenced in your application to be considered for interview.

For more detailed information relating to the role, skills and experience for this role, please refer to the attached role profile.

What we offer:

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

• A highly competitive salary and access to a generous pension scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• A wide range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time and hybrid working
• A transparent and collaborative team culture underpinned by our core values of Fairness, Integrity & Trust
• Comprehensive range of development and leadership courses to develop your career with South Yorkshire Police
• Employee Assistant Programme (accessible 24/7) offering confidential support and advice
• Flexible lifestyle benefits such as: Blue Light Card, Company Shop, Cycle to work scheme
• Committed to embedding sustainability: Force sustainability strategy - SYP (southyorkshire.police.uk)
• Membership to the Sports and Social Club
• Access to a wide range of staff support groups and networks

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 5 years is required for this role and successfully undergoing recruitment vetting procedure is a pre-requisite of employment with South Yorkshire Police.

Appearance & Standards:

South Yorkshire Police is committed to striking a proportionate balance between self-expression and the need to maintain role sensitive professional standards in dress and appearance. Officers, staff, and volunteers of South Yorkshire Police are permitted to have tattoos visible whilst on duty provided the tattoo is not considered to be unacceptable or otherwise inappropriate. Tattoos will be reviewed as part of the recruitment and selection process.

Smarter ways of Working:

South Yorkshire Police is committed to developing working practices which assist staff to balance their personal and professional lives, whilst meeting the needs of the organisation. This in turn enables South Yorkshire Police to provide an outstanding service to the community.

There are 3 different categories as part of this which are: Fixed, Field and Hybrid.

This role has been evaluated as a Hybrid role.

Hybrid: Applicable when the work can be undertaken at any location, whether that be a SYP building or from home.

South Yorkshire Police’s Key Values:

At South Yorkshire Police we have 3 key values which run through everything we do Fairness, Integrity & Trust, the attached document details the key behaviours we expect all employees to adhere to.

Contact details:

For further information about the role, please contact: Josh Bunkle on 07464 986419

Closing Date: 28th April 2024

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

How to apply:

Please click ‘Apply’

Candidate Information:

Please note that, should you be successful at the interview stage and before appointment, the relevant pre-employment checks are required. These include references, medical clearance, vetting clearance and sickness absence criteria check.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Applications are particularly welcome from female and ethnic minority candidates.

It is really important to us that the department represents the community we serve, in order for us to provide the best service, utilising a range of backgrounds, experience and skills. We support and value all officers and staff and the unique experiences they bring to the role. We strongly encourage and welcome expressions of interest from these valuable underrepresented groups.

If you are from an underrepresented group and want to find out more about the support we can offer, please contact our dedicated team on positiveaction@southyorks.pnn.police.uk

In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours.