Forensic Case Management Officer

Staffordshire Police; Stafford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local law enforcement agency in England seeks a Forensic Case Management Officer. You will coordinate forensic requests, advise officers, and ensure accurate record-keeping. Ideal candidates have a basic understanding of forensic science, administrative experience, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Pension Scheme – Employer contribution 21.5%

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible / Agile Working

Sick pay scheme

Family-friendly policies

Training and development opportunities

Free parking at selected sites

Responsibilities

• Coordinate forensic work requests and provide advice to police officers.
• Maximise use of available evidence in serious crime.
• Coordinate movement of exhibits within the Force.
• Process biometric samples in accordance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and update force systems.

Skills

Basic awareness of forensic science

Recent administrative experience

Excellent communication skills

Experience working to multiple deadlines

Ability to manage sensitive material

Job description

Job Title

Forensic Case Management Officer

Grade & Salary

Grade E – £26,937 – £31,296

Contract Type

Permanent

Overview

Staffordshire Police is continually striving to deliver the best possible service for the county’s residents, businesses and visitors. It is a fast‑paced, adaptive organisation that champions new ways of working, collaboration, agility and fair, ethical representation for those we serve.

Forensic science supports the investigation of crime by providing evidence to support or refute allegations and potential involvement in offences. The Forensics Department is committed to providing quality, objective, timely and effective forensic services to inform investigations, identify offenders, safeguard victims and witnesses, and streamline justice through early case management.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate forensic work requests and provide advice and support to police officers on forensic services, particularly drugs services.
• Maximise the use of available evidence in serious acquisitive crime by compiling and delivering forensic intelligence.
• Coordinate the movement of exhibits within the Force and to external forensic providers, providing exhibit logistics services and ensuring continuity.
• Process biometric samples in accordance with government legislation and Biometrics Commissioner regulation.
• Maintain accurate records and update force systems.

Qualifications & Skills

• Basic awareness of forensic science and its application to police investigations.
• Recent administrative experience with proactive management of processes, cost estimation, database and spreadsheet entry, and invoice reconciliation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of handling issues objectively and assertively.
• Experience working to multiple deadlines, delivering results through effective planning and organisation.
• Ability to manage sensitive, distressing and confidential material professionally and objectively.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme – Employer contribution 21.5% Staffordshire Pension Fund.
• Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Flexible / Agile Working.
• Sick pay scheme.
• Fostering friendly policy.
• Family‑friendly policies – maternity, paternity, parental leave, adoption, disability leave and carers leave.
• Access to health and wellbeing support.
• Eye‑care vouchers.
• On‑site gyms.
• Staff associations.
• Reward and recognition.
• Blue‑light card.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Car lease scheme.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Free parking at selected sites.
• On‑site catering facilities.
• Access to staff networks.
• Union support.
• Financial products and services.

Additional Details

Closing date: 12:00 11/11/2025

Successful applicants will be invited to complete a technical assessment before selection for an interview.

Further details of the key tasks and responsibilities can be found within the role specification attachment.

EEO & Positive Action

Staffordshire Police is fully supportive of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and strives to employ a workforce that represents the community we serve. Our vacancies are open to everyone and all appointments are made on merit. We encourage and welcome applications from all under‑represented groups, including Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, females, people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and the LGBTQ+ community. We use positive action to encourage potential candidates from these groups through targeted step‑in support and advice sessions. If you have the skills, experience and values that align with our values, we encourage you to apply.

Contact & Recruitment Queries

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Residency Eligibility

You must have been a resident in the UK for the last three years consecutively for RV Level roles and five years for MV Level roles.

Vetting Process

Pre‑employment vetting will be conducted via the Police Vetting process. For more information, see the link below.

Police vetting process | Join The Police (joiningthepolice.co.uk)