Exhibits Management Support Officer
North Yorkshire Police Posted on 2022-11-18
| Salary | £20,118 – £21,399 a year |
|---|---|
| Location | Northallerton |
| Type | Full-time |
Job Description
Exhibits Management Support Officer
Location: Northallerton
Hours: Full Time, Fixed term for 6 months
Salary: Scale 3 £20118 – £21399
We are currently looking for an Exhibits Management Support Officer to join our Front Counter and Exhibits team in Northallerton, on a fixed term basis of 6 months.
This role is responsible for recording, monitoring and controlling all exhibits coming into the possession of North Yorkshire Police on a daily basis to ensure the integrity of such exhibits through effective security and appropriate storage. You will offer support to your colleagues within the Uniformed Operations and Crime and Justice units and will ensure your knowledge of relevant policies and procedures is kept up to date.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:
- Effective and auditable storage of all exhibits seized during the course of investigations, from the point of submission to the point of return or eventual disposal.
- You will act as a central co-ordination point for the storage and disposal of certain types of sensitive property (drugs and firearms).
- You will also be expected to provide a central referral point for exhibits management related queries and, following a period of training and development, you will become one of our force experts in the management and storage of exhibits
- Input and update all data in an accurate manner on the exhibits management systems (Niche RMS or standalone database) in order to ensure the accuracy of records and monitoring systems.
- Ensure appropriate electronic system or paperwork is completed to support an audit trail for transactions involving the movement of all exhibits
Whilst candidates are not expected to have significant experience in exhibits management, an understanding of the context of effective exhibits management in supporting the successful conduct of investigations and achieving successful prosecutions would be an advantage. The role involves significant amounts of manual handling and will also require you to be computer-literate and confident in learning new skills.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Be organised and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail
- Have the ability to maintain accurate records
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Have knowledge of the legislative provisions of the Police (Property) Act 1897, the Police (Property) Regulations 1997 and the Data Protection Act.
- Have working knowledge of Niche RMS
Working for us, what we can offer you
- Excellent government pension scheme
- 24 days holiday entitlement, increasing to 30days with length of service (plus bank holidays)
- Access to discounts at major retailers
- Unison – recognised trade union
- Staff support networks
We value different perspectives, skills, and experiences, we care about the well-being of our staff, and actively support people so they can perform to their best.
If you would like to hear more about the role, please contact Shona Leys- Front Counter and Exhibits Manager- shona.leys@northyorkshire.police.uk
Please submit your application by 9am on5th December
We, at North Yorkshire Police value difference. We have a positive action team who are dedicated to supporting you through your application and beyond. If you feel you need any reasonable adjustments to help reach your potential, please contact our Positive Action Team positiveaction@northyorkshire.police.uk
Company description:
North Yorkshire Police is the largest single county force in England, covering an area of 3,200 square miles, policing a population of about 800,000 people, with 6,000 miles of road. The force came into being in 1974, made up of parts of the York and North East Yorkshire Police with parts of the West Riding Constabulary.
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