WILTSHIRE POLICE
Job Description
Post Title : Public Protection Offender Manager Department: Public Protection Department
Work Location: Headquarters post – Force wide
Post Number: NEW
Grade: W7
Security Vetting: Management Vetting
Responsible to: Detective Sergeant
Date : March 2013
Reporting Structure:
Detective Superintendent (PPD)
Detective Chief Inspector (PPD)
Detective Inspector (PPD)
Detective Sergeant (PPD)
Offender Manager
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Public Protection Offender Manager
Job Purpose
To work together with partner agencies to reduce the risk presented by sexual, violent and
dangerous offenders in the community by effectively monitoring and investigating their activities.
To positively act to protect the public from serious harm through the identification, analysis and
management of risk posed by sexual, violent and dangerous offenders.
To provide support and guidance to the Force on issues relating to sex offenders, violent and
dangerous offenders.
Main Responsibilities
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To conduct home visits
Complete unannounced home visits of registered sex offenders to check compliance with
legislation, confirm that the offender resides at the address or place notified and to fulfil the
duty of care to the public to manage the risk posed by the offender. To monitor the risk of the
offender, identify changes in risk factors and ensure the appropriate action is taken, detect
offences and gather information for risk identification and management.
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To complete detailed risk management plans
To construct risk management plans, this will include multi-agency and police actions as
appropriate. The plans will identify who is at risk of serious harm and the level of risk. The
plan will address how it is proposed to reduce or manage the risk of harm and the likelihood
of re-offending through restrictive and constructive interventions. Plans should include
restrictive, protective and rehabilitative intervention, where possible.
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Research and investigate non compliance with notification requirements
Gather evidence with a view to progressing criminal proceedings into offences relating to the
Sexual Offences Act. Interview suspects under caution, interview witnesses and obtain
statements to support evidence of non compliance. Plan interviews and prepare case files.
Liaise with CPS in relation to evidence submitted.
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To attend Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangement (MAPPA) and other risk
management meetings
To conduct the appropriate research in order to be appropriately prepared to share
information from police systems with partner agencies in attendance at meetings. To ensure
there is an active engagement at meetings to assess the level of risk posed to the public and
contribute effectively in formulating a risk management strategy and plan to manage or
reduce the risk. To professionally represent the organisation at multi-agency partnership
meetings.
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Liaise and develop co-operative relationships with partner agencies
To establish effective and professional relationships with partner agencies to ensure there
are good links to facilitate the flow of information sharing to assist in effectively assessing
and managing risk posed by sexual, violent and dangerous offenders. To work in liaison with
partner agencies to jointly visit offenders and assess the suitability of addresses.
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Prepare files and reports for criminal and civil court proceedings
Compile written reports, statements of evidence and prosecution files for presentation at
court, making full use of current case law and legislation in relation to Sexual Offences
Prevention Orders, Risk of Sexual Harm Orders, Foreign Travel Orders and Notification
Orders. To attend court and give verbal evidence in support of prosecution cases.
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To undertake disclosure to third parties
To ensure appropriate disclosures are made to partners of registered sex offenders, family or
partners whom the registered sex offender may have contact with. To ensure that
safeguarding measures are addressed in respect of children or vulnerable adults through the
appropriate disclosure to third parties. To complete face to face meetings with applicants
through the Child Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme and then make the necessary
disclosures to those who are best placed to protect the child.
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To maintain detailed records on Force and National databases
To ensure that information is appropriately recorded on the Violent Sex Offender Register
(ViSOR) database in accordance with ViSOR standards. To ensure that information is
accurately recorded and retrievable, ensuring compliance with the Criminal Procedure
Investigations Act (CPIA) guidelines. Ensure that information is accurate in accordance with
the Data Protection Act and Management of Police Information (MoPI).
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Maintain a high level of knowledge and understanding of legislation and guidance
Maintain knowledge of policies and procedures pertinent to the specialist role. Develop
expert knowledge on Sexual Offences Act 2003 and MAPPA Guidance. To provide specialist
in depth knowledge and advice to staff throughout the organisation to ensure that legislation
is applied correctly. To advise staff on Sexual Offences Prevention Orders, Risk of Sexual
Harm Orders, Foreign Travel Orders and Notification Orders. To develop a good
understanding of the guidance around Potentially Dangerous Persons.
Dimensions
Financial
There are no financial dimensions attached to this post
Non-Financial
Attendance at MAPPA meetings - approximately 10 a year
Attendance at professional meetings - approximately 5 a year
Attendance at Child Protection Conferences - approximately 15 a year
Approximately 140 home visits a year
Approximately 140 home visit reports to write a year
Approximately 140 risk management plans to complete a year
Approximately 10 Child Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme applications to progress a year
Approximately 20 SOPO applications or other Orders to complete or advise upon a year
Approximately 30 Child Protection Referrals a year
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Person Specification
Public Protection Unit Offender Manager
Attributes
On Appointment
Criteria
Qualifications:
Experience:
Skills:
Knowledge:
Experience of managing and investigating risk
Relevant experience working in a multi-agency environment
Experience of working with offenders.
Previous experience of research, evidence gathering, decisionmaking and problem-solving.
Experience of working in a Police/Probation service environment
Essential
Desirable
Desirable
Desirable
Ability to work as part of a team
Investigative and analytical skills
Ability to prioritise demands
Good interpersonal, written and spoken communication skills
Proven ability to compile and produce reports
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to interact assertively with members of the public
Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
Ability to display professional detachment when dealing with
sensitive and potentially disturbing issues
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge of criminal investigations and court procedures
Understanding of the Data Protection Act, in relation to issues
concerning the release and retention of information
General awareness of equality and diversity issues in the working
environment
Awareness of workplace health and safety issues
Basic knowledge of Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements
(MAPPA)
Desirable
Essential
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Desirable
Desirable
Essential
Essential
Desirable
Attributes
After Training
Experience:
Experience in completing home visits to registered sex offenders
Experience in identifying risk and triggers for further offending
Experience in utilising legislation to investigate and prosecute offenders
Skills:
Ability to complete home visit reports and risk management plans
Ability to present prosecution files to a criminal justice standard
Ability to liaise with and advise police staff on all aspects relating to sex,
violent and dangerous offenders
To be able to advise on the application of SOPOs, RSHOs, Foreign Travel
Orders and Notification Orders
Ability to interview and obtain written statements from suspects and witnesses
Ability to develop and adapt to changing working practices in order to meet
the demands of Wiltshire Police, new legislation or new policies introduced
within the Force
Knowledge:
Excellent knowledge of the MAPPA system
Working knowledge of your responsibilities in using the ViSOR database
Sound knowledge in the completion of Thornton’s Risk Matrix 2000 relating to
sex and violent offenders
Extensive knowledge of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984
Extensive knowledge of the Sexual Offences Act 1956, 1997 and 2003
Knowledge of the Child Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme and your role within
the process
Knowledge of police investigative and search powers
A sound understanding of the completion and grading of intelligence reports
Understanding of your responsibility under Equal Opportunities and the way in
which your role and the organisation may impact on minority and more
vulnerable communities within Wiltshire
Greater understanding of relevant health and safety issues within your
working environment
Understanding of the impact of the Human Rights Act on the organisation and
the role that you undertake
Greater understanding of Data Protection and Freedom of Information issues
within your working environment
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Role Profile
Public Protection Offender Manager
Other Information
Public Protection Unit Offender Manager
The post holder must demonstrate a high level of maturity, and have the ability to show professional
detachment when dealing personally with convicted sexual offenders. Much of the research
information on certain offenders can be very distressing. The post holder is to undergo
psychological debriefing at least on a 12 monthly basis or as when required.
Staff members may receive additional training (voluntary) and be tasked to staff operations to deal
with major incidents. You will be required to attend all necessary and relevant training courses in
respect of your employment to ensure compliance with the policies of the Force.
There is not a standard/routine daily or weekly pattern to this post, however the post holder will be
expected to work within the Force flexible working policy.
Wiltshire Police provides a 24 hour 7 day a week service therefore applicants should be prepared to
be flexible in their approach to working hours.
The post holder should have access to a vehicle or be able to make alternative arrangements to
meet the requirements of the post.
Wiltshire Police is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people
and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The post holder may be required to work long periods of lone working with minimal supervision.
USERS - MoPI (Management of Police Information);
Share information where appropriate with community partners and other agencies, paying regard to
force procedures for recording such sharing. Ensure information recorded is relevant, accurate and
adequate, meets legal requirements and data quality standards.
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WILTSHIRE POLICE
Police Staff Application – Notes on Competency Evidence
Offender Manager
Further to your request please find enclosed an Application Pack for the above position.
Before completing the Application Form please fully read the Guidance Notes enclosed within this
pack.
On your Application Form please give your best example on the following competencies/criteria as
selected from the Job Description/Advert. The competencies/criteria as set out below will be tested
at shortlist stage (papersift); other competencies/criteria will be tested at interview.
If a competency/criteria is deemed Essential then all candidates selected for interview must fulfil
this requirement.
No.
Competency/Criteria
Essential
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Experience of managing and investigating risk
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Ability to interact assertively with members of the public
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Investigative and analytical skills
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Relevant experience working in a multi-agency
environment
Ability to display professional detachment when dealing
with sensitive and potentially disturbing issues
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Desirable
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THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR WILTSHIRE (PCC)
Wiltshire Police
The Police polices the County of Wiltshire with a current Police Force of c.1100 officers and a
civilian support staff of c.960. It has 4 policing hubs in Swindon, Chippenham, Salisbury and
Trowbridge. There are 3 custody suites in Swindon, Melksham and Salisbury. Police Headquarters
is in the centre of the County in Devizes and it is from here that the Senior Officers of the Force
work. In addition to this a specialist operations hub and many specialist departments are based in
Devizes, providing support to the operational hubs.
Pension
Employees can join the Local Government Superannuation scheme, which is a contributory
(between 5.5% and 7.5%) pension scheme matched by employer contributions.
Annual Leave
Annual Leave is 22 days (162 hours and 48 minutes) per year. This will increase to 24 days (177
hours and 36 minutes) per year after 2 years service increasing to 27 days (199 hours and 48
minutes) after 5 years service with the Wiltshire Police Authority/PCC service.
Pay Scale Structure
Police staff are appointed to the Wiltshire Police pay scale. This consists of 15 grades (W1 – W15).
A copy of the current pay rates associated with these grades can be found on the HR Intranet site.
Each grade has three spine points. On appointment, an individual will normally be placed
upon the bottom spine point for that grade and will progress up through the grade, through
the awarding of increments, until the top point of the grade is reached.
No Smoking Policy
The Wiltshire Police operates a No Smoking Policy. This means that smoking is prohibited within
the buildings, outside of the buildings in the grounds and vehicles of the Police.
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Applications
Please refer to the enclosed Notes on “Competency Evidence” and the “Police Staff Guidance Notes”
prior to completing your application form as shortlisting for assessment/interview is dependent on the
extent to which your application matches the Competencies/Criteria required for this role. Please do
not submit curriculum vitae as the Wiltshire Police requires candidate's information to be supplied in a
standard format on its own application form.
Please note that the information you submit on the application form in the Competency Boxes must be
contained within the confines of the space provided – information on any additional pages will not be
considered during the shortlist process.
Formal Offer of Appointment
Any offer of a post to a candidate is subject to:
(i)
(ii)
Satisfactory security clearance
Receipt of satisfactory reference covering the last 5 years employment, which will include a
statement regarding the number of days absent due to sickness in last 12 months. This will
then be measured by ‘The Bradford Score’ providing a summary measure of sickness absence
combining information on both frequency and length of sickness-absence. This may be
investigated further.
Probationary period
New appointees (including internal applicants) will be subject to a 6 months probationary period
within which 3 progress reports will be undertaken. Following successful completion of this period
the appointment will be confirmed. Existing employees that change posts internally are also subject
to a probationary period of 6 months.
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