Recruiting Officer

Dyfed-Powys Police; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force in Wales is seeking a full-time Police Staff Recruitment Officer to join their People & Organisational Development team. This role involves supporting recruitment campaigns and advising on hiring procedures for various roles. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to diversity. Benefits include flexible working options, access to fitness classes, and generous leave entitlements.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

Access to on-site gyms

Pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Generous maternity/paternity leave

Qualifications

• Ability to support recruitment and selection processes.
• Strong communication skills to guide line managers and applicants.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Manager for Recruitment, Selection & Apprenticeships.
• Drive recruitment campaigns aligned with workforce plans.
• Provide advice on recruitment policies and procedures.

Job description

Force Dyfed Powys Police

Role: Police Staff Recruitment Officer

Business area / Department: People & Organisational Development

Location: Headquarters

Working arrangements: Fixed Operational Agile

Grade: E

Salary: £31,296 - £34,329 (FTE)

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Hours per Week: 37

Contract Type: Permanent

Welsh language ability required: Level 1

Interview Date: 19 August 2025

Closing Date: 04 August 2025, 23:55

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Dyfed Powys Police as a Recruiting Officer in People & Organisational Development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Manager for Recruitment, Selection & Apprenticeships.
• Drive recruitment campaigns aligned with workforce plans.
• Provide advice and guidance to line managers and applicants regarding recruitment policies and procedures for police officers, staff, agency staff, special constabulary, apprentices, interns, and volunteers.

Application Process

If you believe you have the skills and passion for this role, please view the role profile and complete an application demonstrating your attainments, as outlined on the last page of the profile. Refer to the candidate guidance here: Police Staff Attainments Guidance.

What to Expect

• Support from a buddy/mentor upon joining.
• 24 days annual leave, increasing to 29 days after 5 years, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependent).
• Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes.
• Hybrid/Agile working arrangements (role dependent).
• Discounts through the Blue Light Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Support from Health and Wellbeing Centre, including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.
• Pension scheme.
• Staff Support Networks.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Sick pay provisions.

Additional Information

This is a full-time role; salary is pro-rata for part-time roles. All candidates will undergo vetting and medical checks. The interview is scheduled for 19/08/2025.

Diversity and Welsh Language

Dyfed Powys Police are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a workforce representative of the communities served. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, social status, or religious beliefs. Applications in Welsh will be treated equally to those in English.

Find out if you're eligible for Positive Action here.

For further information, contact [e-mail] or attend our weekly drop-in recruitment event, Wednesdays at 11:00 am.