Fingerprint Supervisor

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.