Procedural Standards Forensic Specialist - Procedural Standards Unit - Grade F - 542
Forensic Services provides dedicated scientific and technical forensic support to the investigation and reduction of crime across Greater Manchester. Forensic Services supports investigations and operations across the force dealing with the recording, recovery and examination of evidence from the crime/incident scene through to the court process.
In this role you will assist in the implementation and maintenance of the Forensic Science Regulator's accreditation and code of practice requirements across Forensic Services. Co-ordination and delivery of training and development for staff within Forensic Services as well as the provision of specialist forensic training and support for investigating officers.
The successful candidate will be a confident public speaker with knowledge of the development and delivery of training programmes. They will possess an operational understanding of the application of forensic services to the investigation of crime. Experience of Quality Management Systems and the process of external accreditation is also essential. A driving Licence and use of a vehicle to travel across the Force are both necessary.
It is a requirement that you evidence the below essential criteria in the supporting statement section on the application (no more than 150 words per criteria). If you do not your application will not be progressed any further.
1) Operational Forensic experience in one or more of the Forensic Services disciplines, (e.g. CSI, fingerprints etc) and an operational understanding of the application of forensic services to the investigation of crime.
2) Experience of using IT systems to ensure information in training is current and relevant to target audience.
3) Experienced in public speaking and presentations
4) Knowledge and experience in the development and delivery of training and development programmes, including practical trainer experience.
5) Knowledge and experience of Quality Management Systems and the process of external accreditation.
6) Ability to assess/resolve issues logically and objectively.
Please note there is 1 permanent position and 1 12 month temporary position.
Greater Manchester Police is one of the largest police forces in the UK and is responsible for keeping its diverse population of almost three million people safe.
Greater Manchester is a vibrant region in the Northwest, spread over more than 1,200 sq km. Split over 10 metropolitan districts, it is billed as the most diverse city in Europe, whose residents draw on and contribute to its rich cultural legacy and collectively speak up to 200 different languages.
Recently awarded the ‘most improved force in the country’ after its latest police effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy (PEEL) inspection in 2023, Greater Manchester Police remains committed to doing the basics of policing brilliantly, protecting the public, supporting victims and ensuring its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
GMP recognises that having a diverse workforce makes it more approachable and relevant to the public, and so we welcome applications from everyone.
Benefits:
As well as offering the chance of a rewarding career, there are other benefits to working for GMP.
Generous annual leave entitlement of 24 days, plus bank holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service.
- A competitive salary
- Annual pay rise
- Generous Pension
- Maternity/paternity leave
- Healthcare and wellbeing support
- Opportunity to join GMP’s Sports and Social Club which offers a range of sporting activities
- Emergency Services blue light card discount
- Cycle Scheme
- Car Lease Scheme - Fleet Solutions offer the leading salary sacrifice lease car scheme for the NHS and other public sector organisations please paste this link into your browser for further details
Fleet solutions (nhsfleetsolutions.co.uk)