AddressCriminal Researcher
FTC/Secondment until 12/02/202
The world of intelligence is a stimulating and ever evolving environment covering crime themes such as Modern Slavery, Organised Crime, Roads Policing, Threats to the Force and the pursuit of Fugitives to name a few. The Force Intelligence Bureau is a rewarding and fulfilling department to work in.
Applications are invited for the role of Criminal Researcher on the Serious and Organised Crime desk and the Roads Policing desk within the Force Intelligence Bureau. As a Researcher you will collate and disseminate intelligence in support of operations and emerging threats, produce reports and data and assist in various aspects of intelligence review and dissemination. You will also support local police areas, Headquarters Departments including Major Crime and the Serious Organised Crime Unit, and other law enforcement agencies.
The Criminal Researcher role on the Serious and Organised Crime desk looks into the recording of disruptions for various crime types and operations, the management of OCG’s and CDL’s, assisting the Intelligence Development Officers, handling data requests and much more. Whilst the role is heavily data led, there will be opportunities to assist the other desks as and when is needed within FIB with research requests.
A good standard of education including excellent numeric and literacy skills or substantial role related experience is essential. You will be IT literate with the ability to assimilate and use new packages as technology develops, and a passion for Open Source Research. Good working knowledge of Excel and its various functions are preferential. Working as an integral part of a team, you will be required to display the highest standards of integrity with the ability to communicate at all levels. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, with the ability to use their own initiative and be able to work with minimum supervision.
No previous experience of working in intelligence is required although attention to detail is a must; this is an exciting opportunity for an inquisitive mind.
Along with all other posts in Force Crime, Intelligence and Specialist Operations Departments, this role will require an enhanced level of vetting.
As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 24 days annual leave per annum pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme
If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 21177. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
Please use Google Chrome when completing your application, wherever possible, as this will enhance performance.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 10th March 202
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