Fingerprint Laboratory Officer (Two Posts)
Two full time posts – one permanent and one fixed term contract for 12 months from start date.
Thames Valley Police is the largest non-metropolitan Force in England and Wales, covering the counties of Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire and serving a population of in excess of 2 million. Thames Valley polices the large towns of Reading, Slough and Milton Keynes as well as the historic city of Oxford. Forensic Services are a vital resource to the force and the current commitment for investment and transformation in this field is testament to this.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Forensic Investigation Unit (FIU) as a Fingerprint Laboratory Officer. You will be working as part of a team within the Analytical Forensic Services portfolio to carry out forensic examinations, using specialist techniques to reveal and record fingerprint detail, to support the investigation of crime.
In this role you will apply cutting-edge forensic methods to reveal, enhance and record fingerprint details from evidential exhibits, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulatory requirements. This includes the preparation of evidential statements and attendance at court as required within the Criminal Justice System. You will also provide specialist advice and information to Police Officers and FIU staff in other disciplines.
In order to excel in this role, you must have a good standard of education including proven skills in literacy and logical thinking, along with the ability to report on your professional findings both verbally and in writing. It is also essential that you possess good analytical skills to be able to examine and record fine detail whilst applying a methodical approach and working in a logical sequence. We welcome applications from both experienced Fingerprint practitioners and those seeking a new career pathway.
The hours are:-
Main shift 08:00-16:00 Monday to Friday
Weekend Working and on-call 0800-1600 (1 week in 4)
Week day late shifts and on-call 1500-2300 (1 week in 4)
Capability to travel across the Force is required in order to undertake assignments in a timely manner, respond to call outs, attend crime scenes and to work flexibly. Due to unsocial hours and personal safety for lone working public transport may not be suitable. For this reason a full driving licence is considered essential for this role.
The successful candidate will be expected to undertake the established psychological screening process.
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. 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 19754. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
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The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 4th December 2022.
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.
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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.