Investigator – Professional Standards 13 views

Salary up to £41,227 per annum plus a generous benefits package
Permanent, Full-Time (375 hours per week Monday – Friday)
Remote/Mobile role (United Kingdom only)

The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) is an armed police service that’s dedicated to the nuclear industry. Our vision is to be recognised as a provider of a world-class service for the protection of nuclear material and facilities. Given the critical nature of our work, it’s vital that we recruit skilled and committed professionals to our hard-working team. 

Our Professional Standards Department (PSD) has the responsibility for the investigation of crime and misconduct committed by either officers or police staff, and we are looking for Investigators to join us on a mobile basis. These positions will investigate misconduct and complaints against officers and staff in accordance with the law and relevant regulations. This will include cases where there is evidence to suggest misconduct or malpractice is suspected of being committed.

You will conduct investigations into deaths following police contact and other serious incidents involving police personnel, which are subject to a voluntary or mandatory referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) in England and Wales and the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (PIRC) in Scotland. These investigations will be executed expeditiously; within specific timescales and will be compliant with Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) Guidance, to which you will report to. You will also deliver formalised updates of case progress to complainants and employees involved in investigations.

You will build relationships with Operational Policing Units (OPU’s) and force departments in assisting identifying causes of complaints. You’ll work closely in support of our Force Legal Department to prepare and present evidence at gross misconduct and misconduct hearings.

To become a member of the Professional Standards Department, you must conform with Equalities Legislation and promote equality; diversity and inclusivity through your daily interactions and avoid any behaviours which discriminate against others.

To be successful in this role you’ll have proven investigative skills gained within a policing or similar regulated agency role, with the ability to identify and collate evidence and intelligence. You’ll have an understanding of CPIA/Disclosure responsibilities in criminal or disciplinary investigations.

You will be an accredited PIP2 Investigator, experienced conducting interviews under PACE, forensic awareness/ exhibit handling, and have knowledge of the National Intelligence Model. It is desirable you will have knowledge of Police Conduct Regulations and associated legislation and guidance, particularly in a pro-active and counter corruption context. It would be ideal if you had experience of PSD investigations with the appropriate professional training (SANCUS).

If you have proven investigative skills; with excellent communication skills (written and verbal), and have strong negotiation and influencing capabilities, you will be an excellent addition to the team!

As police staff the public expect us to display the highest standards, values and professional qualities at all times. The CNC values and Code of Ethics applies to all police staff and sets out the principles and standards of behaviour we expect to see, and you are responsible for displaying and delivering to these standards. 

This role is a mobile position and travel throughout the UK will be required, details of which will be discussed and agreed with the successful individual and line manager.

Benefits of working at the CNC:

• 27.5 days annual leave (rising each year after 2 years’ service) plus bank holidays
• Additional 30 minutes time worked during the week to accrue additional leave, which can be used for period between Christmas and New Year
• Generous pension scheme (20.7% employer contribution, 8.2% employee) The employer contribution for this grade is £7,663 minimum per year, and minimum employee contribution of £3,035. A total minimum annual pension contribution of £10,698!
• Flexitime working scheme.
• Bonus scheme – dependent on organisational performance, up to a maximum of 7% of salary
• National Blue Light Card scheme which offers discounts on a variety of products and services to those working in the emergency services, NHS, and Armed Forces
• Free gym on-site
• Free on-site parking
• Enhanced family friendly and wellbeing policies
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are central to the values of our organisation. At CNC we value and embrace the unique experiences, identities and abilities that each of us bring to our roles. We strive to empower everyone to bring their authentic self openly and safely to work.

Through the dedicated commitment of our affinity networks, ED&I team and wider HR departments, we are on a journey to embed our ED&I commitments, ensuring the CNC is an employer of choice, where everyone feels included.

Please review the video links below which will give you an overview of the vetting process that you will be required to go through if you are successful in your application to join the CNC:

• Vetting: An Overview – https://youtu.be/lRit8RA7Zpo
• Vetting and Finances – https://youtu.be/JmZP7r-9MEE
• Vetting and Life Experiences – https://youtu.be/jVPHvgpB8nc
• Vetting and Internet Use – https://youtu.be/hvXPicGQmYg

If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch with us at policestaffresourcing@cnc.police.uk

If you are interested in applying for this role, please follow the link below. You will need to ensure you attach your CV and a Covering Letter that detail your suitability against the above responsibilities and experience.