Counter Terrorism Unit - Major Incident Room (MIR) HOLMES Indexer
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Role Responsibilities:
- Read and research information submitted into the incident room (MIR) recording information in the appropriate indices in the HOLMES data base in accordance with MIRSAP and standard operating procedures.
- Receive and register all documentation from the Receiver appropriately using the HOLMES software and any replacement system.
- Raise any actions as instructed, after checking that the enquiry is not already the subject of a previous action, updating actions as and where necessary and resulting the completed actions.
- Index the content of the documents following the guide indicated by the Receiver or Document Reader, creating cross references as appropriate.
- Index complex documentation within the HOLMES database in accordance with MIRSAP and the Indexing Management policy.
- Use ancillary software, such as the Altia Document Management software to log and integrate multi media.
- Utilise ancillary computer and word processing systems in order to undertake any additional research required.
- Assist with typing, proof reading and clerking as directed by the office management.
- Preparation of interview transcripts including registration of interviews onto the HOLMES database.
- Assist Forensics Management Team with inputting exhibits onto HOLMES database.
- Responsible for the control and security of all equipment associated with the HOLMES database.
- Assist with court preparation and case build.
- Undertake in the training of new operatives, police and police staff (when suitably qualified and experienced).
- Attend court and give evidence as required.
- Ensure all material gathered as part of an investigation is retained recorded and revealed where appropriate in support of evidential case build and disclosure.
- Ensure material entering MIR is relevant accurate and proportional whilst complies with legislation, RIPA, DPA, Force Police and local Standard Operating Procedures.
Essential Skills and Competencies:
- Experience in using computer systems and software.
- Demonstrable attention to detail and accuracy in recording and presenting information.
- Will be required to pass a HOLMES Indexers course.
- RSA Level I or equivalent typing/keyboard skills.
- High level of computer literacy.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexible approach to working practices.
- Self-motivation and self-management skills.
- Experience of team working.
Desirable Skills and Competencies:
- Working knowledge of dealing/handling sensitive information with relevant protective marking.
- Possess proven investigatory experience.
- Manage own workload prioritising competing demands to ensure enquiries run to their maximum effectiveness.
- Decisive with the ability to identify problems and take effective remedial action.
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system and procedures.
- Previous experience of working in a major incident room environment.
- Knowledge of legislation including PACE, DPA, RIPA, CPIA & ECHR.