Evidence Management Clerk: Detail-Focused Support

West Yorkshire Police; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexi-time

Annual leave

Cycle to work

Employee assistance program

Job summary

West Yorkshire Police invites applications for the permanent post of Evidence Clerk in Leeds. The role involves receiving, managing and disposing of evidential items to support investigations, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and customer service. A supportive team environment and potential court appearances are part of the duties.

Starting salary £27,204 rising to £29,859 per annum, plus generous leave and pension. Flexi-time and other benefits are offered; vetting checks apply on appointment.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate computerised packages such as Microsoft Office.
• Previous clerical/administration experience.
• Previous experience of working in a customer service environment.
• Can demonstrate good organisational skills, incorporating attention to detail.
• Ability to pass relevant courses for the role: NICHE, manual handling & ladder training.
• Basic understanding of Health and Safety in the work environment. Physically able to handle bulky items.
• Resilience to work in a challenging environment (e.g., smells, lack of natural light).
• Prepared to wear uniform and PPE.
• Willingness to work at other sites within the district to support business continuity and force-wide needs.
• Prepared to provide statements and attend court as required.
• Due to the nature of the role, must provide biometric samples (fingerprints and DNA).

Responsibilities

• Assist in receiving, managing and disposing of evidential items.
• Provide professional service to operational colleagues and the public.
• Support integrity and accuracy in records and processes for investigations.

Skills

Literacy & numeracy

Written & spoken comms

MS Office

Clerical experience

Customer service

Organisational skills

Health & safety awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

West Yorkshire Police invites applications for the permanent post of Evidence Clerk in Leeds. The role involves receiving, managing and disposing of evidential items to support investigations, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and customer service. A supportive team environment and potential court appearances are part of the duties.

Starting salary £27,204 rising to £29,859 per annum, plus generous leave and pension. Flexi-time and other benefits are offered; vetting checks apply on appointment.