Intelligence Research Officer

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Force Intelligence Hub Team based at Reading Police Station. You will join a small team of experienced officers who assess, research and develop intelligence, in order to disrupt offenders and safeguard the vulnerable. This is one of the most privileged roles in the organisation where you can be particularly influential in the fight against crime.

You will identify threats, risks and harm likely to impact on the welfare and quality of life of the residents and visitors to the Thames Valley Police area. You will communicate relevant intelligence at daily and operational briefings and update a daily intelligence briefing for the Local Policing Area (LPA). You will also be tasked to develop the intelligence picture within the LPA, involving work both in and out of the office.

A good standard of education, including excellent numeracy and literacy skills is required along with a high level of computer literacy and proven experience of using Microsoft Office applications. You will have proven research skills with the ability to problem solve along with excellent verbal and written communication skills. You will also need to be self-motivated and able to work on your own initiative with the minimum of supervision while also working as part of a team. Previous experience of working in Intelligence is desirable for this role.

Along with all other posts in Force Crime, Intelligence and Specialist Operations Departments, this role will require an enhanced level of vetting.

Please be aware that if this role is advertised as ‘internal’ you will only be able to access it through the link at the top of the page, it will not appear on the external job site. Therefore if you wish to complete the form at home you will need to copy the link. Please do not forward this link to external candidates.

If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 20333 or if you have any questions about the job please email Ashley Hunka on ashley.hunka@thamesvalley.police.uk

We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.

If you are an ‘at risk’ member of staff, please apply directly to the At Risk Recruitment Mailbox with your REI form and do not complete the online application.

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The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 21st May 2023.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.

Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.

Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.

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Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.