Armed Response Vehicle Officers | Transferee Current & future opportunities Are you a current Armed Response Vehicle Officer? If so, this is your opportunity to pursue a career in North Yorkshire Police on the Firearms Support Unit. Applications are now being invited for the role in the rank of Constable. The locations of the postings are Tadcaster Police Station and Thirsk Police Station. The posts operate under the Specialist Operations Directorate. Do you want to be part of policing one of the safest and picturesque counties in the UK? We are now actively seeking applications from a diverse range of backgrounds, experience and knowledge bases to join the team. We want to hear from serving Constables with a wealth of experience and knowledge. As one of the largest single county forces in England, North Yorkshire has a diverse mix of rural and urban policing environments which provides a wide range of career opportunities, specialist posts, career development and promotion prospects.With its mix of breath-taking rural scenery, spectacular coastline, and vibrant city streets, this is without doubt one of the best places you could choose to live and work. Please view our for more details Transferee Video (See our advert on NYP) What we are looking for: To apply you need to be currently trained to the national standard for an ARV Officer, which means only Home Office Police Constables can apply. Essential Criteria: Operationally and occupationally competent (on-line)as Armed Response Vehicle Officer Can demonstrate knowledge of policies and guidelines relating to the police use of firearms Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills Advanced Driver including Initial Phase Pursuit Trained Desirable Skills: Specialist Firearms Skill (Tactical Rifle, Close Protection, Working at Heights, Shotgun) Operational Firearms Commander Tactical Phase Pursuit Training In addition, at the time of application submission candidates must be able to confirm; They are not subject to formal action plans for sickness/complaints/discipline or poor performance A Satisfactory rating, or above, was achieved on the last reporting year PDR All mandatory training is up to date. What we can offer - Why Transfer to North Yorkshire Police Firearms Support Unit? Challenging Diverse area from urban to rural areas To police the largest geographical area in England Utilise ANPR to proactively deny criminals the use of the roads TPAC training A one team approach New carbine platform Mixed fleet of vehicles Forward thinking management An excellent training environment Shift pattern 4 on 4 off with soon to be built in team training. Plenty of opportunities for specialisms Some comments from our recent transferees below; The teams are so welcoming, and you instantly feel part of them everyone is so friendly The training is excellent. The environment promoted from Firearms training is inclusive and positive. I really look forward to training Register for NYP Candidate Familiarisation Event We are holding a Candidate Familiarisation Event online via MS Teams, dates to follow - to register your interest please click Here Positive Action Team We, at North Yorkshire Police value difference. We particularly encourage female officers and those from ethnic minority backgrounds to enquire so we can highlight the specific work the department is doing in order to develop a fully inclusive working environment. North Yorkshires Positive Action Team are dedicated to understanding barriers and providing support in order for everyone to thrive at work. We are dedicated to supporting you through your application and beyond. If you feel you need any reasonable adjustments to help reach your potential, please contact our Positive Action Teamon email. positiveaction northyorkshire.police.uk All applicants must be willing to undertake and commit to the following requirements, in order for their application to be considered and progressed throughout the recruitment process; Completion of detailed vetting and PSD checks Attendance and successful completion of a role specific selection assessment procedure. To be physically and medically able to pass all assessments, Including nationally agreed eyesight, hearing and fitness standards. All applications will be subject to a paper sift, in line with the core PC competencies and requirements of the role. Candidates will be invited to interview upon being successfully short-listed. Successful candidates will be required to relocate at their own cost, if applicable. Further Information If you would like to discuss the roles in more detail, please contact; PS Rob Batchelor in the Firearms Support Unit. T/Inspector Ciaran Conlon within the Firearms Support Unit. How To Apply If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please submit an application form as soon as possible. Closing date - 09.00 hours Monday 4thNovember 2024. ARV Course Start date will be April 2025. ADZN1_UKTJ