RS7712 - Forensic Examiner **External – Regional (WYP web + 4 forces)**

Forensic Examiner
Regional Scientific Support Services
Calder Park, Wakefield.

Scale 6 - £33,603 - £35,772
Permanent, full time
Flexible Working Pattern

This key position sits within the Forensic Services Laboratory, Regional Scientific Support Services and providing a service for the Yorkshire and Humber Region. We are looking for someone who can work confidently both independently and as part of a busy team, managing sensitive and varied workloads with accuracy, integrity, and professionalism.

As a vital member of the team, you will formulate forensic strategies and conduct laboratory-based DNA, blood, trace evidence and drug examinations on a range of exhibit types in accordance with quality management systems, ensuring organisational conformance.

Key duties include:
- Assess and undertake cellular recovery and blood search examinations, alongside cannabis examinations and EDIT (Evidential Drug Identification Testing) of exhibits
- Formulate bespoke examination strategies based on case management, to ensure a fit-for-purpose forensic recovery is performed
- Maintain high standards of continuity and evidential integrity in accordance with force procedures, legislation and standards. Support and engage in the relevant quality management system/s.
- Create factual reports of all examinations for customer reporting and prepare and present evidence for courts in a professional witness capacity
- Liaising with laboratories, forensic providers and partner agencies to facilitate the analysis and submission of evidence
- Ensure proficient record keeping using Force IT systems, particularly the case management system and the movement/examination of items along with recovered exhibits created
- Undertake other duties associated with the role as required to maintain an effective service to the Region, including strict anti-contamination regulations, exhibit continuity and integrity, and day to day running of the department

To succeed in this role, you will be expected to:
- Have prior experience in a DNA-clean environment and/or a Science/ Forensic based degree
- Complete the in-house Forensic Examiner Training programme.
- Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and the ability to work with precision
- Communicate clearly and confidently with officers, investigators and forensic partners, both verbally and in writing
- Work effectively under pressure, handling multiple cases simultaneously
- Manage sensitive information appropriately and maintain high professional and ethical standards
- Work flexibly, including occasional out of hours support when operationally required

Benefits / What we Offer:
West Yorkshire Police staff can access a wide range of benefits designed to support work–life balance, wellbeing, development and financial security. These include:
- Generous annual leave allowance - 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 days after five years of service (plus bank holidays)
- Flexible working options, including agile working arrangements to help you manage your professional and personal commitments
-Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund, a secure Defined Benefit CARE (Career -Average Revalued Earnings) pension scheme
- Membership options for the Police Treatment Centre and The Police Children’s Charity (eligibility-dependent)
- Access to savings, discounts and cashback rewards through staff schemes, including eligibility to purchase a Blue Light Card
- Option to sign up to our Cycle to work scheme (eligibility-dependent)
- Access to a wide range of internal wellbeing services and support programmes
- Opportunities for career development and training
- Supportive HR policies, including maternity, paternity and other family-friendly provisions
- A meaningful career with a clear sense of purpose supporting policing services that protect communities
- Opportunities to join staff networks, wellbeing groups, and sports clubs

We are proud to be a member of the Fair Work Charter. See here for more information:

West Yorkshire Fair Work Charter
https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/business/growth-hub/better-business-practices/fair-work-charter/

For more information about what we offer, visit: Employee Benefits https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/jobs-volunteer/benefits

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