Evidence Management Officer

Criminal Justice, Evidence Management Unit
Reading
TVP Broad Band 2E
Band 2E, circa £26,343 per annum, plus benefits.
Full Time
Permanent

An opportunity has arisen for an Evidence Management Officer to work at Reading. The purpose of the role is to receive all crime and drug property from police officers to ensure safe storage and documentation. Experience of working in a customer service environment is essential. 

The Evidence Management Officer will be responsible for maintaining records for all property coming into Police possession, they will be competent in the use of Word, Excel and Outlook and be able to input, retrieve and present data using computer systems. 

Other essential qualities are the ability to remain calm under pressure, work with minimal supervision, excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, and understand the need for confidentiality. 

This is a physically active role and will require the post holder to be on their feet for a considerable percentage of the working day.  They will be expected to lift / move heavy objects and satisfactorily complete a manual handling course (training will be provided). 

A full driving licence is considered essential as capability to travel across the Force is required in order to undertake assignments in a timely manner.  

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. To view a full list of our benefits, please click the below link. 

If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 21787. 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 29th September 2024

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This opportunity is closed to applications.