Detective Constable - Professional Standards Department

at  Northamptonshire Police

Role type
Police Officer (Other roles)
Contract duration
Permanent
Contract type
Full Time
Department
Professional Standards
Location
Northampton, Force Headquarters - NN4 0JQ
Grade/scale
Constable
Salary
£28,551
Hours per week
40
Competency and value framework (CVF) level?
1
Closing date*

29/06/2024, 23:55

• The hiring manager reserves the right to close the advert prior to the closing date, depending on the level of applications

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To investigate criminal allegations misconduct matters and serious complaints involving members of Northamptonshire Police.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To investigate Police Officer and Staff Perpetrated crime allegations. To conduct crime enquiries in line with the strategy set by the Senior Investigating Officer, including but not limited to, arrest, securing and preserving evidence and interviewing. To manage disclosure for criminal matters in line with CPIA. To liaise with CPS, to undertake court preparation and attendance. To support and liaise with victims throughout in accordance with victim codes of practice.
2. To deliver the investigative strategy on behalf of the appropriate authority for misconduct and complaints investigations into members of Northamptonshire Police. To include but not limited to the preparation and service of appropriate notices in line with Police Regulations, gather evidence and conduct interviews. To prepare comprehensive reports upon which the appropriate authority can make an informed determination as to the conduct/complaint.
3. To liaise with and make referrals to the IOPC relating to criminal, conduct and complaint matters and Death or Serious Injury following police contact (DSI).
4. To identify, through the lessons learnt process, issues which pose a risk to the force and ensure these matters are brought to the attention of the Appropriate Authority.
5. To provide specialist knowledge and support to the wider force in relation to professional standards and to deliver training inputs as required.
6. Any other duties or tasks as required within the scope of the role.
   Why work for Us?
   Northamptonshire Police has real heart. We’re a county force tackling big-city issues, and everyone in our policing family, from frontline officers to police staff, has a part to play in serving our communities by fighting crime and protecting people. If you want an exciting career that offers variety, job satisfaction and the chance to develop and challenge yourself, while improving the lives of others, and all within an organisation that’s forward-thinking and innovative, you’ll find it with us.