Detective Police Officer - Transferee / Re-Joiners - Hertfordshire Constabulary
At Hertfordshire Constabulary, you’re never just a number—you’re part of a professional, supportive, and forward-thinking policing family. We’re proud to be a family-friendly force that invests in its people, offering real opportunities for career progression, specialist training, and promotion.
Whether you're an experienced Detective Constable or a Police Constable ready to step into the world of investigations, Hertfordshire is the place to grow your career.
Current Opportunities:
- Detective Constables – Crime & Safeguarding
- Police Constables – Aspiring Detectives (Crime & Safeguarding)
We also offer the Trainee Detective Constable (T/DC) programme, enabling you to complete your PIP2 accreditation and begin your journey into serious and complex investigations.
Why Hertfordshire?
- £3,000 Regional annual allowance on top of your salary.
- Free rail travel on Govia Thameslink and Great Northern routes as well as TFL Underground trains. Full details on the Herts Police Federation website.
- Shorter commutes leading to a better work-life balance
- Specialist Opportunities via our tri-force alliance including ERSOU
- One-to-one support from dedicated Pathways Sergeant throughout your onboarding journey
What makes us Different:
- You will join us on the same pay-point, pension and holiday entitlement.
- We have training opportunities and leadership development
- A bespoke recruitment and onboarding experience
- A culture that values your voice, skills and contribution
- Flexible working options
Whether you're transferring or re-joining, you’ll be investigating complex crime, safeguarding vulnerable people, and making a real difference—without sacrificing your quality of life.
Join a force where your investigative skills are valued, your career is nurtured, and your work-life balance is respected. Come to Hertfordshire—and uncover a better way to serve.
Ready to take the next step?
Our next cohort will be in March 2026
For a confidential chat: transfers@herts.police.uk
If you are interested in applying, you will also be required to complete the attached skills audit form and submit this to recruitment@bch.police.uk applications without this completed form cannot be accepted.
Those who are currently within their probationary period are welcome to apply; however, you must have completed this prior to the start date.