Assistant Fingerprint and Footwear Officer

Assistant Fingerprint & Footwear Officer
Force Intelligence Bureau
Grade C - £26,106 - £28,653
Permanent 
Rose Hill Headquarters

 

Merseyside Police is a dynamic, challenging, rewarding place to work: we take pride in everything we do. 

The best-performing urban Force as graded by HMICFRS to date, our strategy is simply to put the communities of Merseyside first. 

We have a strong focus on continuous improvement in the areas we’re passionate about: ending Violence Against Women & Girls; tackling Serious Organised Crime & County Lines; strengthening our approach to Diversity & Inclusion; building trust & confidence through Community Engagement.

We are a friendly employer with a passion for investing in our people and creating conditions for you to thrive and be your best self.

 

Job Purpose: 

To support the Fingerprint Bureau in maximising the effectiveness of forensic evidence through the examination of friction ridge detail, of identification purposes. To maintain a footwear database and undertake the coding and screening of all footwear recoveries prior to submission to a Forensic Service Provider. All activity will be conducted in compliance with the Quality Standards Framework (ISO 17020, ISO 17025, ILAC-G19 and the Forensic Science Regulators Codes of Practice and Conduct).

 

Knowledge & Experience: 

Must undertake in house training relating to friction-ridge detail in order to assist in establishing the identity of a person and in coding and comparing prints for verification in time critical situations using Livescan/Live ID. Ability to take fingerprints from individuals as required. The postholder must attend a four week external footwear training course.

Knowledge of working with Laboratory rules and protocols, including Health and Safety awareness and compliance such as COSHH.

A sound knowledge of forensic process and an understanding of accreditation requirements to ensure compliance with the Quality Standards Framework.

Continued professional development is expected through the maintenance of an active training file which documents all training received and evidence of ongoing competence. Additionally, the role holder is expected to keep abreast of technological developments, legislative changes and any changes to quality standards requirements pertinent to the role. 

Have a methodical approach with attention to detail and an ability to work effectively under pressure to deliver within tight timescales. 

Good communication, organisational, administrative and interpersonal skills are fundamental to the role. Possess excellent IT skills.

 

Please use the attached JDQ and Leadership Framework when completing your 1000 - word evidence 

Please click here for the full JDQ

Please click here for the Leadership Framework.

 

Merseyside Police operates a smarter working policy, and our management teams will be happy to talk to you about how we could meet both your flexible working needs and the needs of the role you are applying for.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays pro rata increasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary. 
• Access to on-site gyms – HQ and OCC
• Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements. 
• Sick pay provisions   

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion:

Building a workforce that represents our communities is important to us. We aim to attract & keep people with the best skills & highest potential. We want to attract a diverse range of individuals into our force who might not have considered a career with us before. 

We particularly welcome applications from women and black & ethnic minority candidates.

To help us achieve a workforce that represents our communities, we have a dedicated team working to encourage people from diverse communities to build their career with us. They provide support & guidance throughout the application process to candidates from under-represented groups. 

To find out more about the support on offer from our dedicated Outreach team please click here or contact us at Outreach@merseyside.police.uk

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