Missing Investigation Support Officer
In this interesting role you will have an oversight of all missing person cases. You will own and support missing person investigations, assisting local police areas to progress live investigations, offering tactical advice and maintaining a consistent approach to ensure Thames Valley Police have an effective and multi-agency response to missing people. You will act as a Single Point of Contact in relevant cases such as low-risk and long-term and with partner agencies and family members to maintain consistency. Closely working with and advising officers and departments in order to mitigate the risk or threat to those who go missing; and working closely with agencies to gather information, whilst researching, developing and evaluating intelligence.
The successful candidate will have the ability to work confidentially within a team whilst in a pressurised environment and be able to prioritise demands/cases. You will have good analytical skills to record and capture fine detail with excellent communication skills and the ability to forge positive relationships with individuals at all levels both in and outside the force. A current understanding of the National Intelligence Model (NIM) and National Referral Mechanism (NRM) is required together with and an understanding or willingness to develop your knowledge of relevant law (e.g. Modern Slavery & Sexual Offences). The ability to remain emotionally resilient when faced with distressing scenarios is essential. You will be IT literate with an excellent knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Word and Outlook. The ability to travel across the Thames Valley/South East Region is required.
This is a hybrid role, currently 3 days are spent in the office and 2 days are working from home.
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 19981. 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 12th February 2023.
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.