Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate county lines as directed by supervision
• Apply for and interpret telecommunications data
• Arrest, detain and/or report individuals for offences, dealing with such persons in accordance with current policy, procedure and legislation
• Interview suspects in line with current policy, procedure and legislation
• Ensure continuity for any exhibits obtained during the course of the Investigation
• Obtain authority for and submission of exhibits for further examination, including forensic and e-Forensic submissions
• Digest and interpret digital forensic reports
• Obtain and review third party material in accordance with investigative and disclosure requirements
• Present telecommunications data as evidence
• Liaise with the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and complete case files in line with CPS guidelines.
• Attend court as necessary for any purpose as the investigational need dictates including court cases as the officer in the case (OIC)
• Safeguard victims and their families
• Make appropriate referrals to relevant support agencies where necessary, for victims, witnesses and offenders

Essential Skills:

• Knowledge of PACE powers and Warrants and how to apply them
• Demonstrate knowledge of all current legislation, policies and procedures relevant to the role
• Knowledge of Custody, criminal justice agencies and court procedures
• Ability to apply for and interpret telecommunications data
• Knowledge and/or understanding of progressing an investigation from intelligence to a criminal justice outcome

Desirable Attributes:

• Proactive approach to investigating crime
• Proven experience of working collaboratively with other departments and agencies.
• Ability to download and analyse digital media
• Willingness to learn to investigate serious and complex crime

For police constables the opportunity to become ICIDP accredited will be available and encouraged.

We will be running a discovery day on Wednesday 12th May via Skype for anyone who wishes to speak to the current team. Join Skype Meeting or join by phone 0121 626 6040 conference ID 33137016.

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. 

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.

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