Detective Sergeant – South East Covert Operations Unit (SECOU)
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified individual to join the South East Covert Operations Unit (SECOU), a team that is part of the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit (SEROCU) hosted by Thames Valley Police on behalf of the Region.
The successful applicant will supervise the effective operation of the staff working within SECOU and deputise when directed in the absence of the SECOU Detective Inspector.
You will undertake the administration, co-ordination and facilitation of undercover operations in the region including the provision of expert tactical advice to relevant parties in aspects of covert law enforcement in general and undercover operations in particular.
You will also be responsible for the management of relevant SECOU staff ensuring the provision of suitable training, guidance and direction and will monitor, assess and report on the performance and skills of relevant SECOU staff within a professional development review regime.
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring the appropriate and safe use of SECOU undercover officers for other units and will deploy as a SECOU undercover officer where relevant as part of the National Undercover Working Group structure.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate experience in the use of undercover policing investigative techniques, including the practical application of relevant legislation. In addition, applicants must be conversant with the latest developments within covert policing on a national, regional and force level and be willing to complete the nationally recognised Cover Officers course.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the highest levels of integrity and ethical decision making.
It is essential that the post holder has successfully attended a nationally recognised training course for Foundation and/or Advanced undercover officers as a student.
Applicants must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to work on initiative, be flexible and willing to work unsociable hours without notice. You must be prepared to be security cleared to SC.
For further information please email RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk or telephone 01865 555839 quoting 12901. (Please note that internal Thames Valley Police officers will need to request an application pack via the Recruitment SE inbox RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk).
Applications should include your most recent PDR covering your last years’ performance. Applications must be submitted to the SE CTU & ROCU HR Department by the closing date of Friday 27th January 2017.
SEROCU serves diverse communities. To enable us to truly reflect the communities we serve, we are keen to recruit people from Black, Asian and other minority backgrounds as well as a good mix of genders. You will need a wide range of skills and experiences which will enhance the services we deliver to the public including an understanding of cultural issues. If this is you, we want you to apply to join us.
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.