Police Staff Investigating Officer

Adecco; Burton upon Trent; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting Police Staff Investigators to support Staffordshire Police Force in Burton upon Trent. This temporary agency assignment offers hybrid, full-time hours at £15.72 per hour, with an end date set for January 2028.

Up to 19 Agency Investigative Officers will join the Central Investigation Team, tackling crime while safeguarding victims. Role responsibilities include managing investigations, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses or suspects, and preparing case files for

Qualifications

• PIP1 or PIP2 accreditation.
• Experience investigating within policing, law enforcement or similar.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines.
• Ability to produce high-quality written reports and case files.
• Victim-focused approach.
• Capacity to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and progress criminal investigations in line with legislation and policies.
• Gather, review and evaluate evidence from multiple sources.
• Conduct interviews with witnesses, victims and suspects as required.
• Prepare detailed investigation files for criminal justice proceedings.
• Liaise with partner agencies, victims, witnesses and partners.
• Undertake investigative actions to identify and pursue offenders.
• Maintain accurate records and use police systems to support investigations.
• Contribute to positive outcomes for victims and the community.

Skills

PIP1 / PIP2

Investigative experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Workload management

Report writing

Victim-focused approach

Independent working

Job description

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for Police Staff Investigators to work within Staffordshire Police Force

Location: Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire

Contract Type: Temporary Agency Assignment

Hourly Rate: £15.72 per hour

Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, Hybrid

End Date: January 2028

Exciting Opportunity in Public Services!

Our client is seeking up to 19 dedicated Agency Investigative Officers to join their Central Investigation Team (CIT). This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a real difference in the community while contributing to effective crime investigations.

About the Role

The Central Investigation Team plays a crucial role in investigating crime, safeguarding victims, and ensuring that offenders are brought to justice. As an Investigative Officer, you will:

• Manage and progress criminal investigations in compliance with legislation and policies.
• Gather, review, and evaluate evidence from various sources.
• Conduct interviews with witnesses, victims, and suspects as required.
• Prepare detailed investigation files for criminal justice proceedings.
• Liaise effectively with partner agencies, victims, witnesses, and criminal justice partners.
• Undertake investigative actions to identify and pursue offenders.
• Maintain accurate records and utilise police systems to support investigations.
• Contribute to achieving positive outcomes for victims and the community.

What We Are Looking For

Our client is keen to find individuals who can demonstrate the following:

Essential Criteria:

• PIP1 or PIP2 accreditation.
• Previous investigative experience within policing, law enforcement, or similar environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven experience in managing workloads and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to produce high-quality written reports and case files.
• A strong victim-focused approach.
• Capacity to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.

What You'll Gain

• The chance to make a real difference to victims and communities.
• Experience in a supportive and professional investigative environment.
• Access to specialist investigative knowledge and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to support high-quality investigations that enhance public safety.

Diversity and Inclusion

Our client is dedicated to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities they serve. Applications are encouraged from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy, or maternity.

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

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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