Forensic Submissions Officer (Digital Forensics)
Thames Valley Police (TVP) is making a significant, multi-year investment in our Forensic Services and is transforming our wide array of forensic disciplines as well as crime scene investigation, to create a forward looking, accredited service which delivers proportionate, timely services that support effective crime investigation for TVP and other external organisations.
The overall purpose of this role is to maximise the effectiveness of forensic submissions by ensuring that all potential submissions are evaluated in respect to, the viability of the request, the needs of the investigation and its overall cost, both in terms of external expenditure and internal resources.
The successful candidate will monitor and assess the forensic submissions pertaining primarily to Digital Forensics, with the possibility of expanding this to Physical Forensics that are requested by operational officers to internal and external forensic laboratories taking into account factors including the circumstances of the incident, best evidence, value for money and potential outcomes.
Forensic submissions will include complex and challenging offences such as (but not limited to) Homicide, Rape and Indecent Images of Children.
You will evaluate estimates from external forensic suppliers to agree the proposed examinations, ascertain their cost effectiveness and to provide authorisation to proceed with the work. You will evaluate statements and reports received from the internal and external forensic providers.
You will be required to maintain computerised records of all forensic submissions, results and financial commitments, and to assist with the collation and production of management information and performance data.
The post holder will discuss forensic submissions with officers and advise on the most appropriate examination and where necessary give alternative forensic submission strategies. You will also liaise with forensic laboratories to discuss parameters of submissions, results, turnaround times and dissemination of results to investigating officers of all ranks.
The successful candidate will be expected to undertake the established psychological screening process and 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. For more information on our benefits, please visit the supporting you page, via the link at the bottom of the advert.
To apply for this post please attach a cover letter of no more than one page and a CV of no more than 2 pages. NOTE: CV’s will not be accepted without a cover letter or if the CV is more than 2 pages long.
If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 22269. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 23rd March 2025.
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