Criminal Justice Investigator

An opportunity has arisen within the Force's File Preparation Team for a Criminal Justice Investigator, a demanding but rewarding role.

This full time (37 hours) role will see the successful candidate provide support, advice, guidance to Police Officers and Police Staff in relation to investigation of offences and file preparation.

To deal with any enquiry allocated to the post holder in an accurate and timely manner to ensure it is properly completed for submission to a Justice Case Manager or direct to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) when appropriate.,

• Tattoos - you will also be requested to provide photos and describe of any visible tattoos you have


You may require the following documents to complete this application form:

• A Passport style photograph


• A copy of your photo card driving licence


• A downloaded DVLA summary showing full driving record


• A copy of your paper driving licence counterpart (Northern Ireland only)


• A copy of your British Passport or birth certificate (if a candidate does not have a passport, then they may use their birth certificate, but will need to provide a copy of a British passport once they have obtained one.)


• Copies of your qualifications relating to English and Maths (only). If applying for the Degree Holder Police Constable Apprenticeship, you will need a copy of your Degree Certificate.


• Clear, colour photos of any non-intimate tattoos


• Formal translation from a reputable source for any foreign language or symbol tattoos


• Any paperwork relating to discharged debts, CCJ, bankruptcy etc


• Deed poll certificate for any name changes
  
  The successful candidate must have previous experience in investigating matters, making decisions on evidence provided and be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines set by legislation and the court. Attention to detail is an essential part of the role, as the post holder will be assessing the accuracy of the files for contentious information.


Having worked in a Legal Environment, communication skills, both written and spoken, are an essential element of the role as you will be liaising with a variety of different contacts from police officers, Crown Prosecution Service to solicitors, and Magistrates.

You must be able to work both unsupervised and as part of a team, whilst also being flexible and creative in your approach to problem solving.

Once fully trained, the post holder will be able to work remotely and at Gablecross police station, Swindon.

If you believe you have the relevant skills and abilities to undertake this role then we would like to hear from you.