Police Staff Vacancies

Force Call Bureau Handlers

Salary

£16,512 - £17,637 (plus 20% shift & weekend enhancements)

Working in the Force Call Bureau in Wakefield you will provide an interface between the Police Force and the general public in support of the Force’s, Division’s and customers’ needs.

You will receive record and resolve enquiries received directly from the public via the telephone. This will include providing advice, undertaking further investigation where applicable, and the finalisation of such calls.

It is essential to have a basic knowledge of and an ability to operate computer databases, a good command of English to communicate clearly in writing and verbally. Basic knowledge of the geography of the Force Area and experience of working in a similar, front line public enquiry environment would be desirable.

These posts are suitable for job share. (You must be available for up to 12 weeks at full time for the training programme)

You will be required to attend an assessment centre as part of the recruitment process which will be held on 9 / 10 February 2010. The successful applicants must be able to attend a full time compulsory training programme which begins on 22 April 2010 to 8 June 2010. Anyone who wishes to apply but is unable to make these dates will be put forward for the training programmes held later in the year.

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Post Reference Number XWC173

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Closing Date

28/02/2010

Temporary Research Officer (6 Months)

Salary

£23,199 - £29,862

You will be working for WEST YORKSHIRE POLICE AUTHORITY within the Chief Executive’s Team based in Wakefield, producing regular research analysis, reports and policy briefings across a range of policing issues, assisting Police Authority members contribute to the performance management of West Yorkshire Police.

You will need a degree (or equivalent in a relevant discipline or previous relevant experience), a proven ability to use computer software to gather, analyse, interpret and report on information. It is also essential to have the ability and the experience of conducting research projects within fixed deadlines, and have a flexible approach to working hours to suit the requirements of the role.

This post is suitable for job share.

Applications from groups that are currently under represented are particularly encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Application and information packs maybe obtained by visiting www.wypa.org
Alternatively email: jc1@wypa.pnn.police.uk  or telephone June Causer on 01924 294003. Please quote Post Reference Number ZZC125 when requesting a form.

Closing Date

22/02/2010

Clerical Officer

Salary

£13,236 - £16,134

Working within the North East Counter Terrorism Unit based in Leeds, you will provide efficient and comprehensive financial administration support to the CTU.

With experience of clerical duties it is essential to demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills along with a basic knowledge of and ability to operate computer systems such as word processing and spreadsheets. A willingness and ability to work flexible hours to suit the requirements of the CTU is also essential. Experience of a financial and administrative environment would be desirable.

This post is suitable for job share.

The successful applicant will undergo advanced vetting procedures, must be a British Citizen and for security reasons, should not discuss their application with anyone other than their immediate family.

Application forms maybe obtained by email: ctuleeds.recruitment@westyorkshire.pnn.police.uk  Please quote Post Reference Number XTC114 when requesting an application form.

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Closing Date

19/02/2010

Clerical Officer - (9 month fixed term contract only)

Salary

£13,236 - £16,134

Working for Criminal Justice Support based in Wakefield, you will provide administrative support to the Firearms Licensing Department by sorting and distributing mail and undertaking general clerical duties.

You will be responsible for accessing, inputting and extracting information from the Force computer systems and providing clerical support. You will provide advice to the public and to the rest of the Force regarding Firearms licensing legislation and procedures.

It is essential that you have experience of office systems and procedures, along with a basic knowledge of and ability to operate computerised systems. A flexible approach towards working hours to suit the requirements of the department is also essential.

This post is suitable for job share.

Application forms may be obtained by email: cjs@westyorkshire.pnn.police.uk  or send an A4 SAE with 90p postage to CJS Personnel, PO Box 9, Wakefield WF1 3QP.  Please quote Post Reference Number JKC106 when requesting a form.

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Closing Date

19/02/2010

Solicitor / Legal Executive

Salary

£33,399 - £48,885 (depending on experience)

A temporary vacancy has arisen for a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (FILEX) to join our in-house legal team in Wakefield where you will conduct and advise on all civil matters and give specialist advice on all areas of the law concerning the Chief Constable.

As a qualified Legal Executive or Solicitor you will be responsible for handling and advising on a variety of contentious matters which may include civil claims against the police, employers’ liability and RTC claims, civil applications in the Magistrates Courts, employment law, licensing and police discipline cases. Previous experience in one or more of the above areas would be desirable.

The ability and willingness to travel throughout the force area for business purposes is essential.

The post is suitable for job share and is available from May 2010 until March 2011 (subject to review).

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Post Reference Number: WAC083.

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Closing Date

12/02/2010

Digital Evidence Forensic Recovery Officers

Salary

23,199 - 27,399

Working within Hi Tech Crime Unit, Wakefield you will provide, through efficient interrogation of electronic based equipment, obtaining evidence in accordance with Force and National Policy to effectively support operational policing activity.
You will have a degree in Computer Studies, or equivalent or relevant experience and training; the ability to pass the core courses in relation to the recovery and analysis of digital evidence, as specified by ACPO; an aptitude for problem solving, in a methodical and orderly manner, and have knowledge and expertise of common operating systems and applications. It is also essential to have physical and emotional resilience to deal with abusive and offensive images.

An ability and willingness to travel for business purposes and participate in a standby rota will be required.

This post is suitable for job share.

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Post Reference Number XCC516

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Closing Date

12/02/2010

Motor Claims Handler

Salary

£20,568 - £24,810 (depending on experience)

A temporary position has arisen, within the Claims Handling Section for the conducting and advising on road traffic collision claims ensuring all claims are dealt with in an effective and efficient manner. The role will involve negotiating motor claims and agreeing settlements within approved and agreed limits for the force.

It is essential to have experience of evaluating, negotiating and settling road traffic collision claims; the ability to assimilate a large volume of complex information with attention to detail; with knowledge of and the ability to operate computerised packages including Microsoft Office and case management systems.  Experience of dealing with litigated and personal injury claims, basic knowledge of law proceedings and the law of negligence would be desirable.

An ability and willingness to travel for business purposes throughout the force area is essential.

This post is suitable for job share. The post is available from June 2010 until June 2011 (subject to review).

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Post Reference Number: WAC082

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Closing Date

12/02/2010

Legal Administration Officer (2 x 37 hours)

Salary

£18,006 - £19,968

Two temporary positions are available, working in the Office of The Force Solicitor, Wakefield. You will provide support through provision of a high quality and comprehensive secretarial service.

You will be dealing with a variety of tasks, including typing, filing, maintaining diaries and organising meetings. It is essential to have RSAII in text and audio processing or equivalent experience; experience of working in a solicitor’s practice; with the knowledge of legal procedures, documents, terminology used and file handling methods; along with a basic knowledge of and ability to operate computerised systems, such as Microsoft Office.

These posts are available for job share.

Position one is available from May 2010 until 31 January 2011 (subject to review)

Position two is available from June 2010 until 31 March 2011 (subject to review).

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Post Reference Number: WAC081 

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Closing Date

12/02/2010