Level 2 Crime Scene Investigator

TN United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Dorset Police as a Level 2 Crime Scene Investigator, providing essential forensic capabilities across various locations. This fixed-term role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for training and development. Work primarily on-site with a focus on safety and evidence collection.

Benefits

Subsidized Gym Memberships

Blue Light Card Discounts

Company Sick Pay

Pension Scheme

Onsite Parking

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Conduct scientific examinations and gather evidence.
• Attend crime scenes and perform safety assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective Crime Scene Investigation capabilities.
• Liaise with relevant parties and support future vacancies.

Skills

Crime Scene Investigation

Evidence Gathering

Risk Assessment

Education

Relevant Forensic Qualification

Job description

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Exeter, United Kingdom

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Posted:

14.05.2025

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28.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are welcoming applications for the role of Level 2 Crime Scene Investigator with Dorset Police based at the following location(s): Poole Police Station (PS), Weymouth Police Station (MJ), and other locations. We are recruiting into a CSI 'Bank' for future CSI posts in Dorset, Avon and Somerset, Wiltshire, and Devon and Cornwall.

Salary: Scale E/BAR/F - Starts at £27,789 rising to £36,996 per annum, based on 37 hours/week. Salary may be prorated for part-time roles. Exceptions may apply for existing police staff at the same scale.

Type of employment: Fixed Term, Internal Secondment

Type of working arrangement: Static-Worker - primarily on-site at specific premises, limited remote work.

Temporary Role Duration: 2 years from start date.

Applicants not currently police staff need to be offered a fixed-term contract if successful. Internal or external secondments require support from current managers and the Force Executive. Releasing departments and review processes apply.

Hours per week: 37 hours, with consideration for flexible working patterns.

Allowances: Shift Allowance, Weekend Working payment. Details on allowances available on our page.

About the role: To provide effective Crime Scene Investigation capabilities across SW Regional Forces, attending crime scenes, conducting scientific examinations, gathering evidence, and liaising with relevant parties. Responsible for safety and risk assessments, and supporting future vacancies in neighboring counties.

Further information: Details and essential requirements are in the attached job description. Contact: Katherine Baldwin, Head of Southwest Forensic Services, via email or phone.

Benefits include: Competitive salary, subsidized gym memberships, Blue Light Card discounts, company sick pay, pension scheme, job equipment, onsite parking, insurance schemes, support services, training, and development opportunities.

Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing after 5 years.

Additional info: 8-week shift pattern, 24 months tenure, no political restrictions.

Recruitment process: Application via registration, shortlisting, interview, assessment, and pre-employment checks. Closing date: 20/09/2024, 12:00.

Pre-requisites: Vetting, references, medical, qualification, and right to work checks. Formal offer contingent on satisfactory completion.

Important: Application system active for 60 minutes; complete all pages fully. Prepare responses for evidence questions in advance.