XC334 Digital Forensic Unit Operations Manager **External**

Calder Park, Wakefield
£43,860 to £47,058
THIS VACANCY HAS BEEN ADVERTISED EXTERNALLY.

Digital Forensics Operations Manager.
Protective Services Crime
Calder Park, Wakefield.
One full time permanent post.

West Yorkshire Police are looking to appoint a Digital Forensics Operations Manager and are pleased to invite applications for this role, based within the Digital Forensic Unit (DFU).

The unit and field of digital policing is currently undergoing a period of great expansion and investment within West Yorkshire Police and we are seeking a candidate who can assist on delivering on these challenges and successfully lead the department through this period of change in order to make it one of the largest digital forensic departments in the UK.

The Operations Manager role will support the Head of DFU in the overall management of Digital Forensic investigative functions across the organisation, ensuring the provision of an effective, efficient and comprehensive Digital Forensics Service to the Force. Working with and supporting the Head of DFU to promote innovation and development through the continuous improvement of systems, processes, working practices and technology.

The successful candidate will:

-Be responsible for managing investigative operational, performance and productivity within the Digital Forensics Unit (DFU) and district/departmental teams of DFU staff, leading the delivery of DFU provision to make the most effective and efficient use of resources to meet demands and optimise service delivery.

-Develop case specific strategies for complex cases in partnership with local investigators, maintaining an awareness of current research and development in relation to Digital Forensics to identify key submissions that maximise forensic and investigative opportunities; ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, criminal and civil procedure rules.

-Assist and contribute to the tactical delivery of digital forensic services across the Force. Supporting the head of DFU in advising management and Senior Leadership Teams across the Force in relation to relevant developments in Digital Forensic Investigations, making recommendations that will lead to continuous improvement in the quality of investigations, Force Policies and Procedures.

-Develop, compile, assess and report information in relation to the performance and productivity of all elements of Digital Forensic Investigations and ensure appropriate progress is made against previously agreed reporting and investigation timeframes.

-Assist the head identify and promote best practice across the Force, Region and nationally, ensuring WYP are represented and at the forefront of future developments to processes, systems and technology in respect of Digital Forensics. Advising staff and officers up to Chief Officer Level.

-Support the Head of DFU in the completion of audit & inspection processes and the investigation & resolution of complaints. Identifying quality of service issues including any inefficient equipment, practices or procedures, identifying potential improvements and solutions, to maintain and improve quality of service.

Candidates must have management experience in a digital environment.

Interested candidates are invited to look at the role profile for further details and requirements for the role.

This post is suitable for job share. The application process will close at 23:55 hours on the 1st June 2022.

Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last three years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused on the grounds that it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.

West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.

For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required please refer to the http://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Development/competency-and-values-framework/Documents/Competency-and-Values-Framework-for-Policing_4.11.16.pdf (This link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form. Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.

No Shift Allowance

This opportunity is closed to applications.