Scenes of Crime Officer Level 3 (Specialist
Crime)
Role Profile
To provide forensic services in the area of specialist crime including, but not confined to, covert operations, serious and organised crime, CT & DE and potential major public disorder. To work within the specialist crime arena as part of a three person cadre reporting to a Principal SOCO and the Head of Scenes of Crime [North]. To provide this service across the strategic alliance and in support of
ERSOU. This work is constant in terms of OCG’s and can vary in terms of CT/DE and other specialist areas but also other unusual incidents including wildlife crime.
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Principal SOCO (Specialist Crime)
Line Managers should, through consultation with their staff, identify which "Effective
Performance" elements of each activity are relevant to the role.
Section/Location:
Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Joint Scientific Services Unit
Hours:
37 hours per week
The role will involve working a pattern covering all seven days of the week and working a shift pattern involving early and late shifts and the post holder will be required to participate in an out of hours on call rota
There may be occasions where you are requested to work additional hours, change shift at short notice and/ or work rest days to meet operational service delivery. Such requests will be managed in accordance with individual force policies

Transport:
Driving licence for motor vehicles needed and ability to travel and work in any of the three Force areas as and when required
Vetting:
BC Standard recruitment vetting
Training/Development Requirements:
To successfully complete crime scene manager’s course within 12 months of taking up post
To successfully undertake 1 st line management course within 12 months of taking up post
To undertake relevant local courses covering staff supervision issues, for example conflict resolution, absence management
To successfully undertake a further driving course of instruction to operate long wheel based transit if req. (within 1 year)
Attend the “Detica” On Target course
To successfully complete the COVERT Level 2 Course at National Training Centre (NPIA)
Obligatory Requirements:
Before commencement of this appointment, this role is subject to medical assessment. For some roles health screening or surveillance may be required on a regular basis, as identified by line manager risk assessments.
There is a requirement for the role holder to meet the probationary objectives set.
Must consent to have personal DNA profile and fingerprints placed on Police Elimination databases.
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The following are in addition to those required by a Scenes of Crime Officer Level 2.
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Qualified SOCO Level 2 with preferably a minimum of 5 years experience in that role.
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Successfully completed the Crime Scene Managers or Crime Scene Co-Ordinators course at the National Training Centre (NPIA).
Scenes of Crime Officer Level 3 (Specialist

Crime)
Role Profile
To provide forensic services in the area of specialist crime including, but not confined to, covert operations, serious and organised crime, CT & DE and potential major public disorder. To work within the specialist crime arena as part of a three person cadre reporting to a Principal SOCO and the Head of Scenes of Crime [North]. To provide this service across the strategic alliance and in support of
ERSOU. This work is constant in terms of OCG’s and can vary in terms of CT/DE and other specialist areas but also other unusual incidents including wildlife crime.
Skill Category: Policing Professional Framework
Decision making Decision making - Level Senior Manager
Assimilates complex information quickly, weighing up alternatives and making sound, timely decisions.
Gathers and considers all relevant and available information, seeking out and listening to advice from specialists.
Asks incisive questions to test facts and assumptions, and gain a full understanding of the situation.
Identifies the key issues clearly, and the inter-relationship between different factors.
Considers the wider implications of different options, assessing the costs, risks and benefits of each.
Makes clear, proportionate and justifiable decisions, reviewing these as necessary.
Leadership Leading change - Level Senior Manager
Establishes a clear future picture and direction for the operational unit, focused on delivering the force vision and strategy.
Identifies and implements change needed to meet force objectives, thinking beyond the constraints of current ways of working, and is prepared to make radical change when required.
Thinks in the long-term, identifying better ways to deliver value for money services that meet both local and force needs.
Encourages creativity and innovation within the Operating Unit.
Leadership
Leadership
Leading people - Level Senior Manager
Inspires people to meet challenging organisational goals, creating and maintaining the momentum for change.
Gives direction and states expectations clearly.
Talks positively about policing and what it can achieve, building pride and selfesteem.
Creates enthusiasm and commitment by rewarding good performance, and giving genuine recognition and praise.
Promotes learning and development, giving honest and constructive feedback to help people understand their strengths and weaknesses, and invests time in coaching and mentoring staff.
Managing Performance - Level Senior Manager
Creates a clear plan to deliver operational unit performance in line with force

strategy and objectives.
Agrees demanding but achievable objectives and priorities for the operational unit, and assigns resources to deliver them as effectively as possible.
Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and ensure maximum value for money is achieved.
Highlights good practice and uses it to address underperformance.
Delegates responsibilities appropriately and empowers others to make decisions.
Monitors progress and holds people to account for delivery.
Professionalism Professionalism - Level Senior Manager
Acts with integrity, in line with the values and ethical standards of the Police
Service.
Delivers on promises, demonstrating personal commitment, energy and drive to get things done.
Defines and reinforces standards, demonstrating these personally and fostering a culture of personal responsibility within the operational unit.
Asks for and acts on feedback on own approach, continuing to learn and adapt to new circumstances.
Takes responsibility for making tough or unpopular decisions.
Demonstrates courage and resilience in difficult situations, defusing conflict and remaining calm and professional under pressure.
Public Service Serving the public - Level Senior Manager
Promotes a real belief in public service, focusing on what matters to the public and will best serve their interests.
Ensures that all staff understand the expectations, changing needs and concerns of different communities, and strive to address them.
Builds public confidence by actively engaging with different communities, agencies and strategic local stakeholders, developing partnerships and ensuring people can engage with the police at all levels.
Understands partners' perspectives and priorities, and works co-operatively with them to deliver the best possible overall service to the public.
Working with others
Working with others - Level Senior Manager
Builds effective working relationships with people through clear communication and a collaborative approach.
Maintains visibility to staff and ensures communication processes work effectively throughout the operational unit.
Consults widely and involves people in decision-making, speaking to people in a way they understand and can engage with.
Treats people with respect and dignity regardless of their background or circumstances, promoting equality and the elimination of discrimination.
Treats people as individuals, showing tact, empathy and compassion.
Sells ideas convincingly, setting out benefits of a particular approach, and striving to reach mutually beneficial solutions.
Expresses own views positively and constructively, and fully commits to team decisions.
Scenes of Crime Officer Level 3 (Specialist
Crime)

Role Profile
1. Act as the joint forces’ professional advisor for special and organised crime group on matters specific to Level 2, Covert Retrieval of Forensic Evidence and Intelligence.
2. Fulfil the role as professional forensic lead for serious & organised crime within the strategic alliance, providing direction and leadership, specialist guidance and operational resilience.
3. Responsible for coordination and management of covert forensic tactics during serious and major crime investigations, including Level 2-serious and organised crime networks, Special
Branch operations and the Professional Standards department.
4. Liaise with other forces and outside agencies in order to best utilise resources and specialist equipment to obtain ‘best evidence’ pertaining to Covert Forensic retrieval methods without fear of compromise.
5. Research, develop, establish and implement all policies, processes and procedures specific to Covert retrieval, submissions, examinations and analysis of Forensic intelligence and evidence.
6. Advise on the forensic spend of Serious and Organised providing forward planning and contingencies for new equipment, allowing for additional staff to cater for on-going development and expansion within the Covert Forensic arena.
7. Attend Surveillance Steering, Forensic Steering, SaOCU Strategy and other meetings required, on a regular basis, in order to impart specialist knowledge and advice in order to improve performance and detections across the force.
8. Identify covert intelligence gathering opportunities against those involved in Serious and
Organised crime. Conduct an evaluation on the exhibits retrieved, examine and submit the intelligence for analysis, then disseminate the intelligence to the relevant bodies, outlining any further forensic potential, ensuring the SSD - QE3 mission statement is met (Quality,
Expertise, Excellence and Expertise).
9. Provide awareness training to senior officers about covert forensic intelligence and evidence gathering opportunities relating to Level 2, Serious and Organised crime and compose and compile training packages covering Specialist Operations capabilities.
10. Manage, supervise and develop staff undertaking covert retrieval of forensic intelligence and evidence and deal with any issues relating to welfare, appraisals, health and safety, sickness, grievance and procedures in accordance with Force policy.
11. Devise and implement strategies for staff and officers relating to Level 2 Covert operations either proactively or reactively.
12. Complete documentation, reports and statements in readiness for presenting whilst attending court and giving evidence.
13. In joint discussion with the Forensic Submissions Manager, review and evaluate forensic opportunities on cases for submission to outside agencies and Forensic providers in order to meet the forces’ objectives and priorities.
14. Provide cover for the normal call-out rota for scene of crime in order to deal with non-covert forensic work which may arise out of normal working hours.
15. Provide cover for other Level 3 SOCO’s and Principal SOCO’s in the event of long term absences due to sickness, holidays or other reasons.
These key duties and responsibilities are intended only as a guide to the main responsibilities of the post and are not intended to restrict the scope of the post holder to perform other duties. Additional responsibilities for the post holder may be agreed on an individual basis and recorded as part of the annual performance review.