I have an exciting role with Leicestershire Police for a part-time (18.5 hours a week) Evidential Property Officer. This role will ensure the efficient and effective storage, review and disposal of all items of property in accordance with Force Policies and Procedures and provide a high quality of service to internal and external customers. The role will be subject to MV vetting which will require applicants to have 5 years continuous residency in the UK.

Responsibilities include:

  • To receive and administer all items of Evidential and Found Property such as dry and wet forensics, firearms, drugs and cash/valuables.

  • To ensure all items of Evidential and Found Property are stored in a secure Temporary or Main Evidential Property Store, and in a correct manner according to Force Procedures.

  • Adhere to organisational procedures, all pertinent training and health and safety policies at all times such as the use of PPE

  • To administer the Property Management System, completing timely reviews, recording decisions and updating the records accurately, including all fielded data for Home Office returns.

  • Ensure that the review of all exhibits has been completed by the responsible officer, providing the retention or disposal dates in accordance with legislation.

  • To retrieve property from storage for investigative purposes as and when required, ensuring the continuity is recorded. This is to include all forensic submissions.

  • To handle large, heavy items using the appropriate equipment provided, complying within H&S procedures, risk assessments and manual handling guidance.

  • To complete and record regular maintenance checks of all Force issued equipment such as the MWEP and Alligator Shear.

  • To carry out audits at the required times and to resolve any discrepancies.

  • Maintain records and where appropriate, issue documents; letters, receipts, ensuring all audit trails are maintained and the integrity of exhibit remains intact.

  • To undertake tasks in accordance with the Property department’s working practices, policies and procedures.

  • To maintain integrity, security and continuity of all exhibits received into the unit and record/escalate any anomalies with the labelling, continuity or packaging.

  • To manage and complete the physical disposal of property in accordance with Force Policy such as Return to Owner, income generation, etc.

  • Ability to hold a position of trust where security of stock and valuables has to be maintained at all times.

  • To use the mechanical and non-mechanical equipment in the execution of certain duties, such as the use of the Alligator Shear, MEWP and ladders, adhering to all risk assessment, H&S procedures and PPE requirements.

  • To drive police vehicles in accordance with Police standards and policies, ensuring that the physical movement of material is completed using all PPE provided such as Airwaves and BWV.

  • To liaise with a wide variety of people from internal and external partners relating to property matters and provide support and training where necessary.

  • Respond to tasks, mail, emails and telephone queries to assist Police personnel and members of the public.

  • Liaise with external agencies such as auction houses, waste disposal companies to arrange services with them.

  • Develop a professional relationship with them as a representative of Leicestershire Police.

  • Attend 1-1’s and departmental meetings as required.

  • Administration:

  • Use the Property Management system to compile reports and lists of property for use within the team and for dissemination to partners ensuring that they comply with Data GDPR legislation.

  • Provide statistical and analytical information when required by line management.

  • To ensure that all records are retained and disposed of in accordance with legislation such as MoPI, Police Property Act and GDPR.

    • Your experience will include:

  • Expected to handle items that could pose a risk to self and others such as Firearms, Drugs, hazardous or sensitive and potentially distressing property.

  • To ensure the security of the stores is maintained at all times.

  • Undertake such other duties commensurate with the post as may be required for the safe and effective performance of the service provided by the EPAT.

  • To participate in the Force PDR process and take responsibility for identifying your own professional and career development needs.

  • Be flexible in terms of working location and be prepared to work temporarily at other locations within the Force area.

  • To assist with operational contingency where necessary, may be required to support the Evidential Property Courier role with the collection and delivery of items.

  • There is a requirement to wear a uniform and PPE which will be provided.

  • Must hold a full driving licence and be prepared to use own car for business purposes

  • To successfully pass the Police Basic Driving Assessment/NCALT package.

  • Be able to work at heights, and successfully pass essential training courses such as shearer, manual handling and MEWP training

    • Do send me your CV to start a conversation around this.

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