Division/Department - Specialist Crime CommandFull Time - TypePermanentRank - Detective InspectorLocation - Sussex Police Headquarters, LewesIn line with the published Posting and Tenure guidance, operational requirements will always be considered prior to confirming posting dates to successful applicants.Chief Constables' MessageWe really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference.If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.We wish you all the very best with your application.The Role & Key ResponsibilitiesAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Detective Inspector to join the Serious Organised Crime Unit, within the collaborated Specialist Crime Command. The role will be based in Lewes, with the expectation that you will work as demand dictates in both Surrey and Sussex, along with covering on call commitments in both force areas.This is a permanent posting, and applicants must be supported for release by their line management. This role is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of tackling serious and organised crime.The Serious Organised Crime Unit investigates serious and organised crime and is part of the collaborated Surrey and Sussex Specialist Crime Command. SOCU is responsible for progressing covert investigations against top tier organised crime groups and providing strategic and tactical management of covert tactics across the force. As the Detective Inspector of SOCU, you will be expected to complete training to become a Covert Law Enforcement Manager (CLEM) and accredited Senior Investigating Officer (PIP3), if you do not already hold these qualifications.The hours are typically Mon – Fri 0800-1600 but team members are required to flex their working hours equally around operational demands whilst maintaining a work/life balance. You will also join a cadre of 'on call' advisors to provide the force with a covert capability 24hrs a day.The successful candidate will –Be responsible for team performance and development.Build strong internal partnerships with SOCU North, Centurion, MCT, ECU, Force Intelligence, and divisional investigation teams.Build strong partnerships with SEROCU, NCA, the Southeast Forces, and external partners when appropriate.Act as Senior Investigating Officer to a number of complex investigations, utilising overt and covert investigation.Manage sensitive and occasionally highly sensitive disclosure.When suitably trained, provide an on-call advisory role around covert tactics for kidnap, crime in action and force level incidents across Surrey & Sussex.Manage debriefs and share learning at the conclusion of complex investigations.Represent SOCU at relevant force and regional events and meetings.Skills & ExperienceEssential skills criteria for this role are –Effective staff performance managementAbility to effectively work with partnersAbility to supervise and develop a teamA passionate interest in covert policingUnderstanding of intelligence development and intelligence-led operations/investigationsKnowledge of RIPA & IPAPossess highest ethical standards and personal integritySound decision making in accordance with the Code of Ethics and NDMDesirable but not essential –Accredited Covert Law Enforcement ManagerWe are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.It is really important that you inform and seek support from your line manager of your intention to submit an application for this role as this allows for sufficient resource planning. Failure to inform your line manager may result in a delay in release dates being agreed.Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application attached. Occasionally emails from this address can fall into spam/junk folders so please ensure this is checked regularly. You may wish to consider adding ****** to your address/contact list to ensure you receive all communications.
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