Chief Officer (Misconduct Panel Chair)

Kent PLC; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A police organization in Maidstone is searching for a Misconduct Panel Chair to oversee misconduct proceedings under the Police (Conduct) Regulations. Applicants must have operational policing experience as an Assistant Chief Constable and have chaired misconduct hearings. Responsibilities include reviewing case papers, managing complex discussions, and ensuring fair outcomes. The position comes with a 12-month fixed-term contract offering approximately 35 annualized days, emphasizing adherence to legal frameworks and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Recent operational policing experience as ACC or higher within the last 2 years.
• Experience chairing Police Misconduct hearings under Police Conduct Regulations.
• Skilled in chairing formal meetings and managing complex discussions.

Responsibilities

• Review case papers under Police (Conduct) Regulations and employment law.
• Chair preliminary hearings and address procedural or legal issues.
• Collaborate with panel members to determine outcomes and sanctions.

Skills

Operational policing experience

Chairing Police Misconduct hearings

Managing complex discussions

Navigating legislative frameworks

Making difficult decisions

Clear communication

Public Relations

Conflict Management

Job description

As Misconduct Panel Chair you will oversee misconduct proceedings under the Police (Conduct) Regulations. You will work alongside independent panel members and a Legally Qualified Person to assess evidence, apply relevant legal frameworks and make fair and proportionate decisions. You must have previously held the substantive rank of Assistant Chief Constable (ACC) or higher and left this role within the last 2 years. This appointment is initially assessed as a 12‑month fixed‑term contract for approximately 35 annualised days, with flexibility required to accommodate case requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review case papers under the Police (Conduct) Regulations and relevant employment law
• Analyse complex documents and evidence
• Chair preliminary hearings and address procedural or legal issues
• Work collaboratively with panel members to determine outcomes and sanctions
• Work with the Legally Qualified Person to produce clear, thorough written decisions explaining the rationale behind outcomes
• Ensure vetting level MV & SC is met
• Maintain a minimum 5‑year checkable UK history
• Participate in interviews scheduled for 28th October 2025 for candidates who fulfil shortlisting criteria
• Access useful guidance on the misconduct process (Police (Conduct) Regulations 2020 Home Office Statutory Guidance, Police officer dismissals: Home Office review); comply with vetting requirements and security clearances as required during recruitment

Qualifications and Experience

• Recent operational policing experience as a substantive Assistant Chief Constable (ACC) or higher, within the last 2 years
• Experience chairing Police Misconduct hearings under Police Conduct Regulations
• Skilled in chairing formal meetings and managing complex discussions
• Experienced in navigating and operating within legislative and regulatory frameworks, ensuring adherence to all applicable legislation and guidance
• Confidence at making difficult decisions with an objective and fair approach
• Clear, adaptable communication and effective interpersonal skills
• Completed the College of Policing Police Gross Misconduct Panel Chair Training (desirable)
• Public Relations
• Employee Evaluation
• Management Experience
• Law Enforcement
• Tribal Law
• Conflict Management
• Emergency Management
• Strategic Planning
• Heavy Lifting
• Budgeting
• Public Speaking
• Supervising Experience

EEO and Accessibility

Kent Police and Essex Police welcome applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, sex or employment status. We welcome applications from individuals free from restrictions with indefinite leave to remain; if from the UK, a continuous residency of the last three years is required (except for those serving abroad in the British Armed Forces). We are an equal opportunities employer. Communications may be recorded for monitoring purposes. If you require extra support at any stage of the application process or for further information regarding this position, please email us with “Application Support and Adjustments” in the subject line or call us on (phone number). We will make reasonable adjustments to the selection process, working arrangements and the working environment where appropriate.

Application Process

We are seeking a suitably qualified executive leader with recent operational policing experience to chair misconduct panels and help uphold the highest professional standards across our organisation. The interview date is 28th October 2025 for candidates who fulfil our shortlisting criteria.