*Police Staff Vacancy*
*Internal & External*
Permanent, Full Time, Based in Carlisle
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An opportunity has arisen to be an integral member of Cumbria Constabulary’s FMIT, investigating major and complex crime, serious and organised crime including complex non recent abuse cases and cold cases of homicide and rape.
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We are looking for a dedicated individual to work as part of a team and conduct investigations under the direction of the detective sergeant, deputy SIO and SIO
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The role will involve:
- Completing Major Incident Room (MIR) actions with a view to identifying, gathering, securing and preserving evidence and other relevant material and third-party material to achieve a fair investigation for a fair trial ethos.
- Recording evidential accounts from victims, witnesses and professional witnesses by recording witness statements and or conducting interviews following the Achieving Best Evidence (ABE) guidelines were current skills and training allow.
- Conducting suspect interviews under caution having a full understanding of current law, codes of practice, national guidelines and procedures, including the ability to apply their own experience and judgement to progress the aims and objective of the interview.
- Conducting house to house enquiries trace interview and eliminate (TIE) enquiries and search team duties.
- Gathering, documenting and maintaining evidential continuity of any exhibits relating to an investigation including performing the role of the exhibits officer.
- Reviewing third party material in line with the Criminal procedure and Investigations Act 1996 (CPIA) and the Attorney Generals guidelines on disclosure.
- Conducting intelligence research were current skills, training and access to systems allow.
- Preparing casework reports for submission to the Crown Prosecution Service and onward case progression pre and post charge.
- Ensuring the welfare needs of victims, witnesses and those under investigation are always considered; and to be competent to attend court or any other hearing / proceedings as a witness if necessary.
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- To conduct investigations to the highest ethical standard, maintaining accuracy and achieving a fair investigation for a fair trial ethos with the Code of Ethics overarching everything.
- To conduct investigations in support of the HOLMES system in line with MIRSAP, the Core Investigation Doctrine and other force policy, procedure and national best practice.
- Liaise with, and prepare correspondence for victims, witnesses, suspects and other bodies and agencies in connection with an investigation.
- To provide a source of expertise and act as a point of reference for major investigations and all other FMIT functions.
- To be prepared to work extended and unsociable hours when required in relation to the full range of work of the Force Major Investigation Team
- To be able to deal with vulnerable witnesses and procedures now in place and to be able to provide, on occasion, suitable victim/witness support.
- Any other relevant duties appropriate to the grade as may be required
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The right candidate will have a working knowledge of the HOLMES system in line with MIRSAP guidance, experience of investigating serious and complex crimes and PIP Level 2 accreditation (or equivalent).
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You must also have a full driving licence and a willingness to work irregular/unsocial hours where needed.
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The role will be full time:
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Based between Durranhill Police Station in Carlisle and Cumbria Constabulary HQ in Penrith and with travel required to other stations within the county area.
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The successful candidate will also be required to undergo a thorough vetting process before being confirmed in role.
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Competency Value Framework (Level 1):
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You will need to evidence your skills and experience by referring to the below CVF's (maximum 500 words).
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- We take ownership
- We analyse critically
- We are innovative and open minded
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If you have any queries regarding qualifications required, or wish to have an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Mr Steven Byrne – FMIT Head / Senior Investigating Officer via email on steven.byrne@cumbria.police.uk
