Superintendent - Force Authorising Officer

at  Cambridgeshire Constabulary

Force 1
Cambridgeshire Constabulary
HIDDEN - Role Type 1
Transferee Campaign
Contract Duration 1
Permanent
Contract Type 1
Full Time
Department 1
Authorities and Standards
Location 1
Headquarters, Huntingdon, Cambs
Rank 1
Superintendent/ Detective Superintendent
Salary 1
£72,075 - £84,783
Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.
Hours / Week 1
40
Competency and Value Framework (CVF) Level 1
3
Closing Date
10/05/2024, 23:55
Job Description 1
Cambridgeshire Constabulary are seeking applicants for the post of Superintendent – Force Authorising Officer within our Covert Authorities Department. The successful candidate will either be a substantive superintendent or substantive Chief Inspector who is able to demonstrate they are ready for promotion now into the rank of superintendent.
The role’s main function is: to monitor, scrutinise and authorise legal authorities in respect of applications to undertake the use of covert policing tactics; to ensure that such use is lawful, proportionate and necessary and that the integrity and confidentiality of such tactics is protected; and to ensure that opportunities to exploit the availability of such tactics are optimised.

The full role profile is attached but the key responsibilities include:

• Being responsible for staff and officers in the Covert Authorities Bureau, Communications Data Investigators Team and Dedicated Source Unit.
• Being responsible for ensuring that the use of covert intelligence gathering and enforcement activities is undertaken in a manner that is lawful, necessary and proportionate
• Maintaining knowledge of the legal requirements of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) 2000, Investigatory Powers Act 2016, the Police Act 1997 and Prison Act 1952.
• Maintaining detailed working knowledge of covert policing tactics, capabilities and limitations and ensure that the use of such tactics is not disclosed inappropriately
• Ensuring that all covert policing activity is undertaken in a manner compliant with relevant legislation
• Authorising and recommending RIPA requests for direct surveillance, property interference, intrusive surveillance, TEI, Prison & CHIS authorities, ensuring the applications are properly completed before submission for authority.
• Being responsible for oversight, scrutiny and risk management of Covert Human Intelligence Sources (CHIS).
• Authorising Use and Conduct Authorities for CHIS in compliance with national guidance and Codes of Practice
• Maintaining accurate and timely written records of surveillance, communications and CHIS authorities
• Conducting reviews, renewals and cancellations as required according compliance with relevant timeframes
• Ensuring that any errors are appropriately recorded and reported to IPCO
• Liaising with other Law Enforcement Partners in relation to the use of covert policing tactics
• Authorising HM Prison Service Authorities (OPT) and provide specialist advice where required

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

• The proven ability or demonstrable potential to operate as a Superintendent
• Ability to pass the College of Policing Authorising Officer’s Course (H6)
• Able to provide 24/7 on call capability (cover can be obtained during AL/other absences or extractions)
• Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of RIPA and IPA.
• Proven decision making abilities
• Able to demonstrate an ability to effectively manage high risk matters and investigations
• A working knowledge of investigative and intelligence procedures
• Knowledge and experience of covert tactics and techniques
• Strong standard of written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative
• Good interpersonal skills with internal personnel and external agencies

The role is based primarily but not exclusively in our HQ in Huntingdon

WHY WORK FOR CAMBRIDGESHIRE CONSTABULARY?

We have gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then we are the force for you.

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU DOWNLOAD AND STORE A COPY OF THE ROLE PROFILE AS THIS WILL NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE ONCE THE ADVERT HAS CLOSED.

To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds with a range of professional and life experiences so that we are truly representative of our communities.

The full role profile is attached but the key responsibilities include:

• Being responsible for staff and officers in the Covert Authorities Bureau, Communications Data Investigators Team and Dedicated Source Unit.
• Being responsible for ensuring that the use of covert intelligence gathering and enforcement activities is undertaken in a manner that is lawful, necessary and proportionate
• Maintaining knowledge of the legal requirements of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) 2000, Investigatory Powers Act 2016, the Police Act 1997 and Prison Act 1952.
• Maintaining detailed working knowledge of covert policing tactics, capabilities and limitations and ensure that the use of such tactics is not disclosed inappropriately
• Ensuring that all covert policing activity is undertaken in a manner compliant with relevant legislation
• Authorising and recommending RIPA requests for direct surveillance, property interference, intrusive surveillance, TEI, Prison & CHIS authorities, ensuring the applications are properly completed before submission for authority.
• Being responsible for oversight, scrutiny and risk management of Covert Human Intelligence Sources (CHIS).
• Authorising Use and Conduct Authorities for CHIS in compliance with national guidance and Codes of Practice
• Maintaining accurate and timely written records of surveillance, communications and CHIS authorities
• Conducting reviews, renewals and cancellations as required according compliance with relevant timeframes
• Ensuring that any errors are appropriately recorded and reported to IPCO
• Liaising with other Law Enforcement Partners in relation to the use of covert policing tactics
• Authorising HM Prison Service Authorities (OPT) and provide specialist advice where require