Forensic Submissions Support

Heddlu Dyfed-Powys Police; Carmarthen; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym access

Health & wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Job summary

Heddlu Dyfed-Powys Police is inviting applications for a Forensic Submissions Support role within the Tri-Force Forensic Alliance Department. The post involves administering the Scientific Support Unit, handling forensic submissions and biometric samples, and ensuring proper storage and quality standards.

The role requires meticulous paperwork, adherence to ISO standards and the Forensic Science Regulator’s Code of Practice, and will include vetting and medical checks.

Qualifications

• General administration within the Scientific Support Unit including processing of forensics submissions and biometric samples.
• Receipt, quality assurance and storage of forensic exhibits within Scientific Support Unit and Digital Forensic Unit.
• Quality check submission paperwork and maintain exhibit integrity under ISO standards and the Forensic Science Regulator’s Code of Practice.
• Vetting and medical checks for all candidates.

Responsibilities

• Undertake general administration within the Scientific Support Unit.
• Process internal and external forensic submissions and biometric samples.
• Quality check submission paperwork and process exhibits to maintain integrity.
• Vetting and medical checks for all candidates.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as Forensic Submissions Support in the Tri-Force Forensic Alliance Department.

What you will be doing?

To undertake general administration within the Scientific Support Unit, including the processing of internal and external forensic submissions and biometric samples, to contribute to the smooth running of the department.

Role Specific

• To be responsible for the receipt, quality assurance and appropriate storage of forensic exhibits within the Scientific Support Unit and Digital Forensic Unit.
• To process forensic exhibits/environmental monitoring samples for onward transfer to various internal departments and external agencies, chase outstanding submissions, and action exhibits as appropriate on return from external agencies.
• To quality check submission paperwork and process material/exhibits in such a manner as to maintain the integrity of the exhibits under ISO standards and the Forensic Science Regulator’s Code of Practice, including documenting errors by means of written notes and photographic images.

What can you expect?

• All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
• 24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays
• Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)
• Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.
• Pension scheme
• Staff Support Networks
• Flexible working opportunities
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
• Sick pay provisions

All candidates are subject to vetting and medical checks.

Interviews to be held on:

24th & 25th of November

Diversity and Welsh language

Dyfed Powys Police are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We believe that we will benefit from the variety of thinking, approach, and skills that diversity can bring; all of which helps us to deliver a better policing service.

We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious beliefs.

Find out if you’re eligible for Positive Action here.

We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Information Point

If you require any further information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact: [e-mail]

Or attend our weekly drop-in recruitment event, Wednesday @ 11am - 11:30am here.