Forensics Data Technician

Adecco; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Forensics Data Technician in Ferndown, Dorset. This role involves managing forensic submissions, evaluating evidence, and supporting forensic examinations while ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Candidates must be able to handle sensitive materials without distress and possess strong administrative skills. Training will be provided as needed, and the agency is committed to supporting applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience handling sensitive materials required.
• Attention to detail in administrative tasks.
• Logical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage the receipt and return of digital forensic submissions.
• Evaluate submissions based on investigation relevance.
• Assist in the examination and logging of evidence.
• Ensure compliance with storage and destruction procedures.
• Act as receptionist for visitor access management.
• Liaise with companies for procurement and training.

Skills

Ability to work with graphic and traumatic images

Administrative experience in a technical environment

Clear communication skills

Methodical problem-solving approach

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Devon and Cornwall Constabulary - Forensics Data Technician

Location: Ferndown, Dorset

Contract Type: Temporary Full Time

Hourly Rate: 14.10

Responsibilities

• Managing Forensic Submissions: Monitor and manage the receipt and return of digital forensic submissions, ensuring the integrity of evidence.
• Evaluating Evidence: Evaluate submissions based on relevance to investigations, risk, and cost.
• Assisting in Forensic Examinations: Log media submissions, create electronic files, and assist in 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.

What We're Looking For

• A 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.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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