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Counter Terrorism Unit - Digital Media Assessor (Language Skills Essential)

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Counter Terrorism Unit (WMCTU)
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Thanks for your interest in the Counter Terrorism Unit - Digital Media Assessor (Language Skills Essential) position. Unfortunately this position has been closed but you can search our 4 open jobs by clicking here.

Role Responsibilities

  • Assess, identify and categorise evidence during the review of digital media devices to support a prosecution. 
  • Identify intelligence in line with the National Intelligence Model in respect of criminal behaviour, extremist ideology and terrorist activities and offences.
  • Identify material that has the potential to undermine the prosecution of those suspected of involvement in terrorism offences.
  • Identify material that has the potential to assist the defence of those suspected of involvement in terrorism. 
  • Develop knowledge of Counter Terrorism groups and offences; including (but not exhaustive) Islamic extremism, Extreme Right wing / Domestic Extremism and related legislation to better identify evidential material. Using your own initiative to carry out research into these topics to aid and assist the investigation.
  • Complete the assessment of and categorise  large volumes of CCTV material, ensuring that accurate viewing logs are completed.
  • Complete storyboards of CCTV material to assist in the prosecution of those responsible for terrorism offences. 
  • Successfully complete and pass a digital media assessment unit course set out by National Counter Terrorism Policing Head Quarters (NCTPHQ).
  • At the end of an Operation produce reports and submit all relevant documents for the Evidence Review process.  
  • Provide statements and attend court to give evidence if required. 
  • Liaise and work with partner agencies, translators and foreign law enforcement agencies.
  • Identify foreign language material and manage required translation work.  

Essential Skills and Competencies

  • Fluent in second language, preferably Urdu or Western European 

  • High degree of accuracy in written reports.

  • Experience of undertaking sensitive high profile enquiries with limited supervision and therefore exhibit high standards of integrity and professionalism.

  • Use of Microsoft Word and associated programs.

  • Knowledge of social media applications and platforms.

  • The ability to work under pressure and be able to work within deadlines where necessary.

  • Exhibit both adaptability and flexibility as the work demands.

  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Proficient and timely preparation of evidence for the purposes of court.

  • Good attention to detail.

Desirable Skills and Competencies

  • Knowledge of counter terrorism policing, legislation, structure and practices.
  • Knowledge of the National Intelligence Model, together with the tasking and coordination process.
  • Knowledge of the Criminal Procedure & Investigations Act 1996 (CPIA).

Additional Role Information

Postholders must successfully pass a digital media assessment course.

This role involves assessing disturbing and distressing imagery, videos and audio, in order to categorise the content to assist in the prosecution of those suspected of involvement in terrorism offences. This material could include indecent images of children, extreme violence, mutilation and death

LOCATION: Birmingham, near to the NEC.

This role is subject to successful completion of Security Checks.

 You must be a British citizen to work for the  Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands (CTPWM). If you hold dual nationality, one component of which is British, you may also be considered. However, if successful, you may be asked to relinquish your non‐British nationality (and any entitlement you may have to a foreign nationality) as a condition of your confirmation of appointment with WMCTU. One of your parents should also be British or have substantial ties to the UK. In the latter instance; substantial ties means that your parent is a citizen of a British Overseas Territory, a Commonwealth citizen, US citizen, EEA citizen, British national or citizen overseas, and they would need to have demonstrable connections with the UK by way of family history or have been resident here for a substantial period of time.

If you're already married to, or cohabiting with, a person who isn't a British citizen, you may still be eligible for employment at the discretion of the Department. You should note however, that marriage to, or cohabitation with, a person who isn't a British citizen after appointment may, in some circumstances, result in the withdrawal of security clearance and subsequent transfer to another Department, or (if this is not possible or the officer does not wish to transfer) dismissal. Each case will be considered on its merits, taking into account the ties between the person involved and the United Kingdom.

Diversity and Inclusion Vision: “Maximise the potential of people from all backgrounds through a culture of fairness and inclusion to deliver the best service for our communities, whilst protecting them from harm”

West Midlands Police is a Disability Confident Leader - the highest level an organisation can achieve under the scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions.  As part of our commitment we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

West Midlands Police are currently undertaking a long term review of staff pay and conditions. The grade, pay and other terms of employment are therefore subject to review and may change in the future.

Please do not attach a CV/covering letter as these will not be used in during the application process.

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