Fingerprint Supervisor - Hertfordshire
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire’s Scientific Support Unit.
ISO accredited fingerprint examination work is carried out from a tri-force unit based at Hertfordshire Constabulary Headquarters in Welwyn Garden City. The unit is primarily responsible for analysing, comparing, evaluating and verifying fingerprints and crime scene marks and also utilises IDENT1, the national fingerprint system.
A Vacancy has arisen for the role of Fingerprint Bureau Supervisor who will be responsible for the supervision and management of all unit staff. Applicants will need to work closely with existing Team Leaders and be able to demonstrate previous supervisory experience. Candidates should be self-motivated and have administrative experience with proven communication skills. Knowledge of fingerprint identification databases is beneficial, and this includes crime management, intelligence and custody systems. Additionally, knowledge and understanding of fingerprint evidential requirements and quality standards including ISO17025 is required. The successful applicant will be required to manage, balance and allocate resources to support the operational delivery of the bureau.
A primary function of the role will be to provide the Technical Management team with administrative support to the staff including carrying out PDRs, annual leave, sickness and day-to day management with a strong emphasis on team morale staff motivation and wellbeing.
We would like to hear from anyone with the confidence and professional attitude necessary to undertake the role and duties of a Fingerprint Bureau Supervisor as detailed in the Role Profile.
We are looking for self-motivated individuals to join our busy team who can demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills, and the resilience to keep trying even when faced with challenging and complex situations.
The successful applicant will be able to evidence how they comply with the entry requirements of the role profile.
If this is you and you can perform to the highest standards whilst under pressure, we would be interested to hear from you.
Please read the job description and role profile.
Starting salary is dependent on experience and employing Force.
If you have the required skills and would like to discuss this further, please contact John Howe – Fingerprint Services Manager by e-mail: john.howe@herts.police.uk
JPS endeavour to reflect the diverse communities we serve and to build an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued and respected. We actively encourage applicants from underrepresented or minority groups.
Additional Information
All internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period to apply for this role.
Internal applicants within Hertfordshire Constabulary, Cambridgeshire Constabulary & Bedfordshire Police should upload either a CV or provide relevant skills, experiences and qualifications on Word/PDF document.
This vacancy is live to those at risk of redundancy and will remain open to redeployees until a conditional offer has been agreed with a successful candidate. Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any point during the recruitment process up until an appointment is offered. If a redeployee does apply and is successful, they will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions.
As a Disability Confident leader, we take personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish. If you have a disability and you meet the minimum criteria for the position you are applying for, you will be entitled to an interview under the ‘Offer an Interview Scheme’.
It is recommended that you download and store a copy of the role profile as this will no longer be available once the advert has closed.