Head of Forensic Investigations

Surrey and Sussex Police; Woking; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A law enforcement agency in England is seeking a Head of Forensic Investigations to provide strategic leadership and ensure compliance with forensic standards. The successful candidate will have a degree level education and exceptional leadership skills, with extensive experience in forensic operations. This full-time, permanent role comes with a competitive salary range of £93,025 - £98,690 for Surrey Police and £85,359 - £101,163 for Sussex Police, depending on the location and employment terms.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or substantial recent experience in a relevant role.
• Excellent leadership skills with experience in organizational change.
• Extensive experience in managing operational forensic services.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective strategic leadership for forensic investigations.
• Ensure compliance with forensic regulations and quality standards.
• Manage risks and drive continuous improvement within the department.

Skills

Exceptional leadership skills

Experience in operational forensic services

Ability to manage through change

Education

Degree level or equivalent

Job description

About the Company

Specialist Crime Department is recruiting into the role of Head of Forensic Investigations.

About the Role

In this role you will :

• Provide effective, strategic leadership to promote the development of corporate and national policy, business planning and development, organisational performance management and strategic liaison with key stakeholders.
• Deliver within an environment of continuous change and challenging financial constraints.
• Be responsible and accountable for the management of and compliance with forensic regulations and accreditations (ISO : 17025 and ISO : 17020).
• Set the vision and strategic plan for the department conducive to the wider objectives of the organisation. Provide leadership to the department in the delivery of such plans.
• Ensure risks, both strategic and departmental are appropriately identified, mitigated and finalised.
• Be responsible for the continuous improvement of the department identifying best practice and learning.
• Ensure customer service is provided to investigative colleagues whilst providing value for money.
• Ensure respect and courtesy in the workplace built on a strong foundation on wellbeing and inclusion.

This role is within a unit where Surrey Police and Sussex Police work in collaboration, whilst remaining two separate legal entities / employers with different terms and conditions. Successful candidates may be appointed on the terms and conditions of employment of either Surrey Police or Sussex Police, depending on organisational requirements. A discussion will be held with the successful candidate to confirm the details of location, salary, allowances and hours.

Qualifications

Degree level or have substantial recent evidence of competent performance in a directly relevant equivalent role.

Exceptional leadership skills and qualities. The post holder must have experience of leading through organisational change and give evidence of their own personal resilience.

Demonstrate your extensive experience in the management of operational forensic services within a forensic and police related environment.

For more role requirement skills and experiences follow the link Head of Forensic Investigations

Pay range and compensation package

Full Time

Permanent Contract

Salary Grade Range - Surrey Police £93,025 - £98,690 / Sussex Police £85,359 - £101,163 Working Hours - 36.0 (Surrey) or 37.0 (Sussex) Hours per Week

Location : The role will be based either in Lewes or Guildford (Mount Browne).

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.

We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.

We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.

We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.