Crime Investigation Officer
About us
At Wiltshire Police, we are dedicated to making our community a safer place for everyone. Our team is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and service. We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every member can thrive and make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance, Wiltshire Police offers a range of opportunities to grow and develop. Join us, and be part of a team that values courage, compassion, and dedication to public service. Help us to keep Wiltshire safe.
Wiltshire has lots of layers - prehistoric stones, wartime bunkers, secret trails and hidden churches. But behind all of that, keeping our community safe across the years are generations of quiet police work. Some of it heroic, some of it worrying, but all of it real.
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Grade: Police Constable or staff equivalent W8 £34,293-£35,964
About the role
Wiltshire Police are looking for passionate and experienced investigators to be part of a dedicated team on a 12-month fixed term contract with the potential to extend.
You’ll act as an investigating officer as designated by the chief officer in major investigations providing a range of skills and abilities to the senior investigating officers.
You must be prepared to undertake and pass a Force driving test to become a Force Authorised Driver and you will be required to attend all necessary and relevant training courses in respect of your employment to ensure compliance with the policies of the Force.
Applications are welcomed from retired detectives and investigators with PIP2 qualification.
What you will be doing
- Interview suspects and witnesses in accordance with the Criminal Justice Act and to compile written reports and statements of evidence. Witness reports may be in the form of a statement or video recorded interview.
- Assist in the preparation of prosecution or other evidential files for the Crown Prosecution Service, Coroner or other relevant authority.
- Carry out the role of exhibits officer or deputy for major incident enquiries in accordance with the Major Incident Room Standard Administrative Procedures (MIRSAP) when required.
- Carry out the role of Disclosure Officer, or deputy, when required for major incident enquiries in accordance with the MIRSAP document.
- Obtain and execute search warrants under Section 8 of PACE and seize evidence and to apply to judges for warrants to gain access to confidential material.
- To liaise with other forces and outside agencies in relation to the gathering and preparation of evidence, the interviewing of witnesses and offenders
- To perform any other Investigative roles as required by the organisation after the necessary training and experience has been gained.
About you and your experience
- PIP 2 accredited with recent experience of dealing with serious sexual offences.
- Working within an environment of dealing with the public
- Previous experience of the judicial systems (within a police force, solicitors or criminal courts environment
- Experience in investigating matters and carrying out interviews
- Statement taking and/or Video Recorded interview trained
What we offer
- Excellent career development opportunities
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days
- Hybrid working
- Flexi hours scheme
- Free On-Site Gym membership
- Physical and mental well-being support
- Generous Pension scheme
Please note, all roles will be subject to a vetting procedure, some roles due to the nature of their work, will require additional security clearance.
Depending on the number of applications received, we reserve the right to close this role early.
We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation who provides fair and equal consideration to all of our applicants. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence.