Detective Chief Superintendent Head Of Crime (External Applicants)
The Senior Appointments Board has decided to seek applications for the post of Head of Crime. Applications are invited from substantive Chief Superintendents who wish to be considered for the role.
Head of Crime
The Head of Crime for Thames Valley Police is the professional lead for investigation in the largest non-metropolitan force in the country. Responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the investigation of homicide, serious violence, rape and serious sexual offences, serious acquisitive crime, domestic abuse and child abuse, it is a position of great organisational and public significance. The successful applicant will be privileged to lead the Endeavour programme to make TVP outstanding at investigation, oversee extremely challenging cases and participate in the strategic leadership of TVP beyond the Crime portfolio.
Potential Application
In the first instance, potential candidates should discuss their application with their respective Chief Officer in the light of current performance, career development plans and feedback from previous applications. You may also wish to discuss the role with the DCC, Jason Hogg or ACC Crime and Criminal Justice, Tim De Meyer.
Summary of Application Requirements
1. Covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) addressing the question ‘why me, why now’ and outlining your motivation and suitability for the role applied for. Your evidence should also relate to the behaviours included in the Competency and Values Framework (CVF):
- we are emotionally aware
- we take ownership
- we are collaborative
- we deliver, support and inspire
- we analyse critically
- we are innovative and open minded
2. Comment from your Chief Officer Line Manager on your suitability for appointment to the role applied for (form attached)
3. Career History and Qualifications
4. Most recent PDR
Selection Process
The Selection Panel will comprise John Campbell, Chief Constable; Tim De Meyer, Assistant Chief Constable Crime and Criminal Justice and Amanda Cooper, Chief Information Officer. Steven Chase, Director of People, will also be present.
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of the written application.
Candidates will be asked to give a 10 minute presentation, following a 45 minute preparation period.
The presentation will be followed by an interview which will address issues raised in the presentation before exploring wider topics.
The Panel will be making their assessment against the behaviours included in the CVF.
The Selection Panel will take place on Wednesday 11 December 2019.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND CLOSING DATE
Further information and an application pack can be obtained from Chantelle Young, Executive Support and Research Advisor (People) on 01865 309359 or by e-mail, execsupporttodirectorofpeople@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk.
If you are interested, you should submit your application to your Chief Officer to allow completion of the Chief Officer reference (copy attached). Fully completed applications must be submitted by email to Chantelle Young, execsupporttodirectorofpeople@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk by noon on Friday 29 November 2019.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.