Vacancy Information
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Crime Management Unit of Sussex Police for a volunteer to join the team as a Crime Management Administration Unit Assistant.
Working as part of Local Policing, the Crime Management Unit provides vital back-office support to officers and staff across Sussex dealing with the administration of reports of crimes and crime related incidents.
The role will assist in supporting a busy team who deal with a range of crime related admin functions including the updating of crime records and the management of the Force’s crime file storage areas.
The department is a small friendly team based at Haywards Heath Police station.
Chief Constables' Message
We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.
We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.
We wish you all the very best with your application.
Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
The Role & Key Responsibilities
From your first day with us you will be part of a policing family making a real difference.
It is our mission to identify and protect vulnerable people, prevent and respond to harm and keep people safe.
The role of Crime Management Assistant Volunteer will have responsibility for the management of the crime file storage area, ensuring files are added correctly and retrieving paperwork when required by colleagues. The role will also assist with the administration of victim letters and updates to partnership agencies including Victim Support. Full internal training will be given in both areas.
Please note the role will be based at Haywards Heath Police Station. Working hours of the team are Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00, and ideally the volunteer will support one full day or two part days per week.
Skills & Experience
The successful candidate would ideally have the following skills:
• GCSE grade C or above or equivalent in English.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good keyboard skills and be competent in the use of Information Technology, especially Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Previous administration experience.
• The ability to work as part of a motivated team.
Why Volunteer With Us?
We take pride in looking after our volunteers, through volunteering you will have the opportunity to:
•Experience policing first-hand
•Meet new people and teams
•Learn and develop your skills
•Support your local community
We will reimburse any travel expenses you may incur whilst volunteering and we have recognition schemes in place for us to formally show our appreciation for your service.
As a police support volunteer you will have access to financial and mental well-being guidance and support, discounts for everyday spend, our on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs. Volunteering with us will also allow you to apply for other voluntary and paid positions within the Force.
Further Information
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Diversity Statement
We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.
We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.
We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
Please use the following links to find out more on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Surrey Police and Sussex Police
Additional Information
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