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Birmingham, Cardiff, Croydon, London, Sale, WakefieldJob SummaryAs a Trainee Investigator, you will be welcomed into a dynamic and inclusive Investigations team working locally and nationally on a wide range of IOPC investigations. The IOPC is on a journey to develop its culture, perspectives and ethos to support the organisation’s core outcomes, and this is your opportunity to enter into the varied world of IOPC Investigations, allowing you to develop your mindset and approaches to contribute to improving the police complaints system in England and Wales.You will engage in a Professionalising Investigations Programme Level 1 (PIP1) programme that is designed to develop your skills and knowledge as an investigator whilst working to achieve a qualification. The PIP1 development programme includes formal and, on the job, learning as well as the support to build a portfolio of evidence which will provide you with the skills and knowledge to become a PIP1 investigator. The PIP1 programme is a mandatory part of your role and promotion to investigator requires the PIP1 programme to be completed in full.You will be responsible for contributing to the delivery of high quality, robust and independent investigations, demonstrating our core values in all aspects of your role.After completion of the PIP1 programme, you will be expected to engage in the revalidation programme. Revalidation ensures that your skills and knowledge are enhanced and maintained in line with the PIP requirements. Full engagement with the revalidation process is mandatory.Security Level: Baseline StandardJob DescriptionDuring your employment within this role you will complete the Trainee Investigator training programme which includes formal and on the job training. This will provide you with the skills and knowledge to achieve PIP1. On the job training will be carried out within an operational investigations team and will consist of assisting with and, in due course, conducting, a broad range of investigative tasks including but not limited to:Investigative actions on independent investigations into criminal and misconduct allegations in accordance with agreed IOPC guidelines. Witness and subject investigative interviews. Evidence collection, analysis and presentation. Visit incident scenes where required and assist in action taken to preserve and recover evidence. Attend post-mortems. Take part in criminal, misconduct and inquest proceedings. Prepare disclosure schedules for court and inquest proceedings. Assist in writing final investigation reports, summarising and analysing evidence. Communicate effectively with complainants, bereaved families and other internal and external stakeholders. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with Commissioners, lawyers, press officers and others. Take responsibility for personal development and producing an accreditation portfolio. Shadow an investigator in the 24 hour on call facility and be prepared to work unsociable and extended hours.Due to the nature of the IOPC’s work, there is a requirement for Investigators to provide a 24/7 on-call response when critical incidents occur involving the police. These may include road traffic, firearms and terrorist incidents and deaths or serious injury during or after police contact.This will not be part of the expectations of your role while you are a Trainee Investigator (although you may participate in some shadowing of on-call responses). Once you progress from Trainee Investigator to Investigator, however, you will be expected to participate in the on-call rota, though requests for reasonable adjustments will be considered.Please see the attached document for more information around current on-call arrangements. Please note that this is currently under review and may be subject to change.Assist the Directorate in achieving its key deliverables.SkillsDuring your employment within this role you will complete the Trainee Investigator training programme which includes formal and on the job training. This will provide you with the skills and knowledge to achieve PIP1. On the job training will be carried out within an operational investigations team and will consist of assisting with and, in due course, conducting, a broad range of investigative tasks including but not limited to:Investigative actions on independent investigations into criminal and misconduct allegations in accordance with agreed IOPC guidelines. Witness and subject investigative interviews. Evidence collection, analysis and presentation. Visit incident scenes where required and assist in action taken to preserve and recover evidence. Attend post-mortems. Take part in criminal, misconduct and inquest proceedings. Prepare disclosure schedules for court and inquest proceedings. Assist in writing final investigation reports, summarising and analysing evidence. Communicate effectively with complainants, bereaved families and other internal and external stakeholders. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with Commissioners, lawyers, press officers and others. Take responsibility for personal development and producing an accreditation portfolio. Shadow an investigator in the 24 hour on call facility and be prepared to work unsociable and extended hours.Due to the nature of the IOPC’s work, there is a requirement for Investigators to provide a 24/7 on-call response when critical incidents occur involving the police. These may include road traffic, firearms and terrorist incidents and deaths or serious injury during or after police contact.This will not be part of the expectations of your role while you are a Trainee Investigator (although you may participate in some shadowing of on-call responses). Once you progress from Trainee Investigator to Investigator, however, you will be expected to participate in the on-call rota, though requests for reasonable adjustments will be considered.Please see the attached document for more information around current on-call arrangements. Please note that this is currently under review and may be subject to change.Assist the Directorate in achieving its key deliverables.Person specificationTechnicalDesirableDriving licence valid in England & Wales. If not already held, employment will be conditional on passing the driving test within 12 months of starting employment. Once you are a qualified investigator, you will be expected to have the confidence to drive alone, in a fleet car, in all conditions including at night and on all road types such as motorways and country lanes. Reasonable adjustment requests around driving will be considered.ExperienceEssentialAnalysing complex information and developing evidence-based conclusions, decisions or recommendations. Working with or assisting people from diverse backgrounds through active participation in community, voluntary or public-facing work. Working effectively in a team environment. Effective oral and written communication skills, including highly developed report writing skills. Evidence of excellent analytical and report writing skills; ability to reach and document clear, rational, evidence-based and independent decisions based on analysis of existing and emerging information. Experience of engaging effectively with a diverse range of people and stakeholders, and evidence of a commitment to equality and diversity within the workplace. Delivering a high standard of work within demanding timescales. Working effectively in a changing environment.EssentialSkills and AbilitiesAbility to show initiative and adapt in a changing environment. Ability to recognise your development needs and be proactive in addressing them. Ability to prioritise and manage tasks effectively to deliver quality outcomes within demanding timescales. Ability to work effectively in a team with diverse ideas and people. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and adapt communication styles as appropriate. Ability to analyse information and identify the key issues. Demonstrates the confidence and ability to cope with challenging situations. Ability to respond appropriately to the diverse needs of individuals and stakeholder groups.BehavioursWe'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:Working Together Communicating and InfluencingAlongside your salary of £30,870, Independent Office for Police Conduct contributes £8,943 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.27.5 days paid annual leave (increasing with service to 32.5 days) Options to carry over, buy or sell annual leave Civil Service pension Civil Service maternity leave package PAM employee assistance programme Access to Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) membership Cycle to work scheme Opportunity to enjoy the latest home and electronics in a more affordable way provided by Vivup Car Leasing Scheme Staff networks focused on each of the protected characteristics – run for staff, by staff: Enable Network, Welsh Network, Pride and LGBTQI+ Network, Sex and Family Network, Race, Religion and Belief Network Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity behavioursSelection process detailsThis vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.This Vacancy Is Using Success Profiles. As Part Of The Application Process You Will Be Asked To Complete Four Sift Stage Questions At The Shortlisting Stage. The Level 1 Behaviours Being Assessed AreWorking together Communicating and InfluencingThe other sift questions relate to your experience and IOPC values.Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.SecuritySuccessful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.MedicalSuccessful candidates will be expected to have a medical.Nationality requirementsThis Job Is Broadly Open To The Following GroupsUK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil ServiceFurther information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)Working for the Civil ServicePlease note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.Diversity and InclusionThe Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. 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