XT719 Control Desk and Research Operator **External**
Control Desk and Research Operator
Counter Terrorism Policing – North East (CTP NE)
Ports Intelligence
Leeds
1 full time post
West Yorkshire Police are looking to recruit a full time Control Desk and Research Operator to be based in Leeds.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a unique team, supporting the work of Counter Terror Policing. The overall purpose of the role is to support the Regional Senior Ports Officer, Regional Ports Co-ordinator, Regional Ports Analyst, Senior Ports Officer and Regional Ports Tactical Adviser in the efficient running of port operations in the North East of England. Specifically, to assist with the co-ordination of tasking of staff and CT activity, recording of performance data and management information, and intelligence research to support frontline staff.
Eligible candidates will come with:
- Proven office experience
- Previous experience within an intelligence environment and/or experience of research, along with a good understanding of the National Standards of Intelligence Management (NSIM)
- Experience of receiving and assessing intelligence
- Good working knowledge of, and ability to operate, computerised databases
We also require individuals who are prepared to work flexible hours. You must be willing and able to travel for business purposes and potentially to work for extended periods across or outside the NE Region.
The post involves working a rota pattern including some shifts to 10pm and weekends on 2 weeks in every 3 weeks, for which you will receive 14% shift allowance and the relevant weekend enhancement.
**What do we offer**
We offer generous entitlements and supportive policies to enable a better work-life balance, some of which are listed below:
• Generous annual leave allowance plus statutory Bank Holidays
• A modern office building, close to good road/public transport networks and free onsite parking
• Access to a range of Occupational Health facilities
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee assistance service (accessible 24/7)
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced level personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment. You must be a British citizen and eligible to hold a British passport to work in the CTP NE.
For security reasons you should not discuss your application with anyone other than your immediate family.
The application process will close at 23:55 hours on 7th June 2022.
The post is suitable for job share.
Any shift enhancements/weekend allowances are based on the published Force pattern any deviations from this could mean the enhancements/allowances may differ or not apply, for full details refer to staff Terms & Conditions.
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 ten 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.
This opportunity is closed to applications.