Forensics Administrator

Adecco; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Forensics Administrator to join the South West Regional Forensics team in Ferndown. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative support related to forensic submissions, ensuring compliance and integrity of evidence. Candidates must have strong communication skills, administrative experience in a technical environment, and be able to handle graphic images competently. This is a temporary full-time role offering an hourly rate of £14.10.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supportive administrative role.
• Capability to handle sensitive materials responsibly.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance with protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage forensic submissions and ensure evidence integrity.
• Evaluate evidence relevance and assist in forensic examinations.
• Handle sensitive material according to regulations.
• Act as a receptionist and coordinate with specialist companies.

Skills

Ability to work with graphic and traumatic images

Administrative experience in a technical environment

Clear communication skills

Methodical problem-solving approach

Job description

Job Opportunity: Devon and Cornwall Constabulary – Forensics Administrator

Location: Ferndown
Contract: Temporary – Full Time
Hourly Rate: £14.10

Overview

As a vital member of the South West Regional Forensics team, you will provide essential administrative support to Data Forensics, ensuring compliance with Force policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage forensic submissions: Monitor and manage the receipt and return of digital forensic submissions, ensuring the integrity of evidence.
• Evaluate evidence: Assess submissions based on relevance to investigations, risk, and cost.
• Assist in forensic examinations: Log media submissions, create electronic files, and support the examination of evidence, including removable media.
• Compliance & storage management: Handle material in accordance with the Criminal Procedures and Investigation Act 1996, ensuring proper storage and destruction of images.
• Reception duties: Act as a receptionist, managing visitor access and appointments.
• Liaison & coordination: Collaborate with specialist companies for software and hardware procurement and training.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong ability to work with graphic and traumatic images without undue distress.
• Administrative experience in a technical environment with keen attention to detail.
• Clear communication skills at all levels, including the ability to provide evidential reports for court.
• A methodical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to draw logical conclusions.

Special Conditions

As this role involves handling sensitive material, you will need to complete mandatory health and safety training and pass a vetting clearance.

Inclusive Recruitment

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. We are committed to building a supportive environment for all candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know.

Equal Opportunities

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.