Forensic Sample Reception Specialist (Regional) – Part‑Time

Radio Asian Fever; Wakefield; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Flexible working

LGPS

Career development

Wellbeing support

Training opportunities

Job summary

West Yorkshire Police are seeking a Regional Sample Reception Officer (PACE) in Wakefield on a part-time basis (18.5 hours/week). You will provide administrative support for forensic samples, and manage data across systems including Police National Computer, Socrates and Microsoft packages.

Essential criteria include basic database skills, good literacy, ability to prioritise workload and familiarity with PACE and DNA legislation.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate computerised databases and record information accurately
• Good literacy skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and deliver service provision to meet customer requirements
• Knowledge of relevant PACE and DNA legislation would be an advantage. (Desirable)
• An understanding of exhibit continuity and its importance to the Criminal Justice system.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive administrative support function in relation to forensic samples.
• Interrogate and update information on a range of technical systems, including the Police National Computer, Socrates and Microsoft packages.
• Be responsible for recording DNA sample submissions and ensuring the integrity of the data in accordance with legislation under the PoFA and PACE.
• Process and package the DNA samples for onward transmission to the Forensic Service Provider ensuring continuity is maintained.

Skills

Basic databases

Good literacy

Workload prioritisation

Data integrity

DNA/PACE knowledge

Tools

Police NCP

Socrates

MS Office

Job description

West Yorkshire Police are seeking a Regional Sample Reception Officer (PACE) in Wakefield on a part-time basis (18.5 hours/week). You will provide administrative support for forensic samples, and manage data across systems including Police National Computer, Socrates and Microsoft packages.

Essential criteria include basic database skills, good literacy, ability to prioritise workload and familiarity with PACE and DNA legislation.