Vacancy Information

This role is within a unit where Surrey Police and Sussex Police work in collaboration, whilst remaining two separate legal entities/employers with different terms and conditions.

Both Surrey Police staff and Sussex Police staff are employed in this unit on their own force terms and conditions.

Successful candidates may be appointed on the terms and conditions of employment of either Surrey Police or Sussex Police, depending on organisational requirements. A discussion will be held with the successful candidate to confirm the details of location, salary, allowances and hours.

Division / Department - Specialist Crime
Grade - Grade 8
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Permanent
Salary Grade Range - £27,747 - £29,649
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week
Shift Allowance - No
Politically Restricted - No
Location - Haywards Heath

The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro-rata if the working hours are less than full time.

Chief Constables' Message

We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.

We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.

We wish you all the very best with your application.

Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner

The Role & Key Responsibilities

Surrey & Sussex Police Digital Forensics Department are looking to recruit into our fast-paced Tier 1 Technician Team.

Hours of work will be on a Flexi Time basis doing office hours, Monday to Friday - 37hrs per week.

The role will support front line policing investigations through the examination of mobile devices. This involves providing tactical and technical support and advice in relation to digital examinations and reviewing of data.

You will carry out the logical, physical and manual examinations of mobile devices to support policing investigations in line with service level agreements.

Through engagement with investigating officers, you will provide advice to ensure examinations are targeted and proportionate in support of the investigative strategy.

You will extract, manage, file and store data in the appropriate storage medium, providing a product to support investigations. You will be responsible for providing technical support to investigating officers viewing evidential data and assist in the overview of evidence available.

You will need to ensure the correct handling of exhibits, maintain continuity and integrity and to ensure all movements and examinations are fully recorded on the case management system.

You will be required to work to standard operating procedures in line with ISO 17025 standards of accreditation.

You will have responsibility for providing tactical and technical support to users of self-service kiosks/forensic workstations, ensuring all enquiries are dealt with effectively and promptly. This will also include completion of audits and maintenance of hardware and software equipment.

Skills & Experience

• Good standard of secondary education (GCSE’s A-C grade/or equivalent) including Maths and English or equivalent by recent, relevant experience.
• Proven IT skills with experience of using a wide variety of computer software applications.
• Self-motivated and proven experience of working to deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage high workloads and adapt to changing demands and competing priorities.
• Good interpersonal skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively with customers, challenging appropriately where required.
• Strong attention to detail. Proven problem-solving skills including analysis and interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing.
• Ability to learn to use specific digital forensic software applications with an aptitude for continuous learning and professional development.
• Awareness of exhibit handling and procedures including continuity and integrity.
• Capable of absolute discretion when dealing with casework of a highly sensitive and confidential nature.
• Full UK Driving licence.

Why Work With Us?

We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits;

• career progression
• contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
• generous annual leave allowance
• discounts for everyday spend
• on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs
• generous and supportive parental leave
• financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
• discounted contributory healthcare scheme

Please use the following links for more information on the benefits of working with Surrey Police or Sussex Police

Further Information

Digital Forensics is a fast moving department with ongoing growth, which requires us to be forward thinking with recruitment. Whilst there is one position currently available, we will also be creating a pool of suitable candidates that meet the role requirements for any positions that may become available in the near future.

Sussex Police - 37 hours per week.

Hours of Work: Flexi Time / Office Hours - Monday to Friday.

Location: Haywards Heath Police Station.

Interview Dates: 26/11 - 29/11 (Oral Competency Based Interview)

 

Diversity Statement

We are only as good as our people.  It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.

We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.

We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.

We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.

Please use the following links to find out more on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Surrey Police and Sussex Police

Additional Information

Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application attached. Occasionally emails from this address can fall into spam/junk folders so please ensure this is checked regularly.  You may wish to consider adding noreply@surreysussexpolice.as.recruitmail.com to your address/contact list to ensure you receive all communications.

This post is being advertised in parallel with Force redeployment processes.  Any redeployees who are identified will be given preference.  This may result in the post being withdrawn at any point during the recruitment process.

Please note that not all jobs are available for internal candidates across both Forces, the current agreed recruitment principles are;

• vacancies in collaborated units are available to all officers and staff across both Forces
• vacancies in non-collaborated units are only available to officers and staff within the Force with the vacancy unless it is advertised externally
• if the vacancy is advertised externally and an officer or member of staff from the other Force is successful it will result in a transfer of employment

Surrey Police and Sussex Police Special Constables, Volunteers and Agency Staff (excluding self employed workers) covered under the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) are eligible to apply for internal advertised posts.