Police Staff Investigator PIP Level 1

Police Staff Investigator 

Location: Shrewsbury, Kidderminster, Worcester, Hereford and Hindlip 

Fixed Term Contract – 6 months from start date 

Full Time 

The closing date for this post is 12 noon on 15th December 2020 

The main purpose of the role is to prevent and detect crime. To investigate criminal activity. To actively participate in a range of evidence gathering and criminal investigation tasks involving victims, witnesses, technical sources and suspects. 

Main Responsibilities:  

To undertake the investigation of priority and volume crime, as defined by West Mercia Police, and to actively participate in a range of evidence gathering and investigation at that level, exercising the designated powers. 

To interview and record the evidence of victims and witnesses in statement form or ABE (Achieving Best Evidence) interview as appropriate, exercising the designated powers. In some cases, this will need to be supported by the gathering of appropriate medical and forensic evidence. 

To attend scenes of crime and ensure that all available evidence is protected and secured, to maximise forensic opportunities. 

To liaise with other members and departments of the organisation, with other police forces, partnership and external agencies and the public, to gather evidence and identifying and trace offenders. 

As necessary, to provide victims and witnesses with regular updates on the progress of investigations in compliance with the victims’ code. 

To prepare and submit evidential files to the Crown Prosecution Service to the highest of professional standards and meeting the required Manual of Guidance standards in relation to quality, timeliness, disclosure and evidential integrity. To attend court hearings, where necessary, to present the evidence in person. 

To act as disclosure officer under the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996 making decisions relating to the relevance of unused material for disclosure to the CPS. 

To record on relevant police systems in a timely manner, any information / intelligence that relates to criminality and / or public protection or ASB issues. 

To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post and in accordance with the designated powers. 

Experience/Skills:  

PIP 1 accreditation or a demonstrable knowledge of the investigation of volume crime. 

A demonstrable knowledge of:

The criminal law, in respect of offences which would fall within the category of volume crime, as defined by West Mercia Police. 

Key aspects of criminal procedure legislation, including the PACE and CPIA. 

The fundamental workings of the courts and the wider criminal justice system. 

The rules of best evidence, investigative interviewing of both witnesses and suspects, case file preparation and an awareness of forensics. 

Experience in the investigation of volume crime and providing witness care. 

Experience in preparation of evidential files. 

The post holder should have: 

A proven all-round investigative ability.  

Possess an analytical mind, a methodical approach and have attention to detail. 

The ability to effectively and efficiently handle and interview victims, witnesses and suspects. 

Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with people from all walks of life and communicate with them at a level commensurate with their understanding. 

The ability to work as part of a team. 

The ability to work with partnership and external agencies. 

Be competent in the use of Information Technology, including Microsoft

Packages and other standard PC software, and have the ability to be trained in a variety of both national and local systems. 

The ability to manage a high caseload, working under pressure and to strict deadlines. 

Special Conditions:

The ability to travel to, and occasionally work from, other locations within the West Mercia policing areas.

Must be prepared to occasionally deal with distressing scenes or material. 

To read more about the added benefits and rewards of working for West Mercia Police, please go to our website.  

We want our organisation to be as diverse as the community it serves. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. 

You will be required as part of West Mercia Police recruitment process to successfully complete vetting and credit checks.  

Those currently eligible on the redeployment register will be given prior consideration