The post-holder will be required to work and train as a member of the Scenes of Crime Team within Bailiwick Law Enforcement (BLE). The primary function is to attend and examine scenes using specialist, approved techniques to visualise, capture and recover evidence and gather information and intelligence as part of an investigation. This includes securing DNA and fragile trace evidence exhibit, photographic exhibits and analysis, comparison and evaluation of fingerprints against computerised and manual reference samples to identify individuals and act as an expert witness in Crime Scene Investigation when required.
Due to the business needs across BLE, the role significantly differs to those within the UK, requiring individuals to operate at a higher level and incorporating a range of administrative duties in support of the organisation’s forensic capability. Off-island travel may also be required for CPD and operational requirements.
In addition to working as part of a small team, there will be the need to undertake lone working and to work flexibly including weekends and Bank Holidays. The post holder will also be required to participate in an out of hours ‘on call’ rota.
Due to the nature of forensic investigations, the post holder will be required to attend annual mandatory welfare appointments.
Law Enforcement Vetting:
The successful candidate will be required to complete a Law Enforcement Vetting e-Form. If you are successful after interview, a copy of your passport and your Guernsey Social Security Number or UK National Insurance number will be forwarded to the Guernsey Vetting Unit by HR; please ensure this information is entered / uploaded onto your job application. A link to access your Law Enforcement Vetting e-Form will then be sent to you via email by the Guernsey Vetting Unit.
In order to satisfy residency criteria, you need to have been resident in the UK or Guernsey for a period of 3 years. The calculation of the period of time refers to the period immediately before an application is made and not any other period or accumulation of time spent in the UK or Guernsey. Convictions likely to be considered relevant to this post include crimes involving Theft, Dishonesty and Fraud.
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Job Description
This role comes with a competitive salary, progressive annual leave and entitlement to a pension scheme.
For candidates who would be required to relocate to the Bailiwick of Guernsey, we also offer a relocation package to help with the cost of moving over to the Island. This relocation package offers different solutions depending on an individual’s circumstances.
More detailed information can be found in the Relocation Directive below.
This role offers off-Island candidates an 8-year Long Term Employment Permit (see details below). This permit will also enable candidates to bring immediate family members with them who will be permitted to work on the Island in any sector. There are also good schools on Island for those candidates looking to bring their families with them.
Contact: Thomas Lowe on tel. (01481) 229187 or email: Thomas.Lowe@guernsey.police.gg
Closing Date: 10 April 2026
We strongly advise that applicants speak to the contact(s) named above before applying for this role. Please do not email a CV to the contact shown above, applications should be submitted online. If you are unable to complete an online application, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Candidates will need to upload a copy of their most up to date CV detailing full employment, voluntary work, and education history (along with the awarding body of any qualifications). The CV should include reasons for any gaps in employment. Candidates should also attach supporting information to demonstrate how they meet the key criteria for the role. The key criteria can be found within the job. The supporting information provided by candidates will be used by the shortlisting panel when selecting candidates for interview.
Internal applicants are required to inform their Line Manager before applying for any States of Guernsey positions. Internal references may be taken up prior to interview.
The States of Guernsey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks being received and some candidates will be required to undertake enhanced and additional pre-employment checks.
Should the successful applicant not meet the requirements of the role sufficiently they may be appointed at a lower grade than stated. The successful applicant would then have the opportunity to progress to the grade advertised once the necessary skills and knowledge have been developed and they have demonstrated the ability to undertake the duties at the higher level.
