Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Technician - Forensic Slough, Berkshire, South East England, England
Job description
Thames Valley Police (TVP) is making a significant, multi-year investment in our Forensic Services and is transforming our wide array of forensic disciplines to create a forward-looking, accredited service which delivers proportionate, timely outcomes that support effective crime investigation for TVP and other external organisations. Our investment includes developing our people, making best use of technology and creating a Centre of Excellence for the future:
New state-of-the-art forensics centre planned for Thames Valley – TVP Careers
As part of this transformation, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Forensic Investigation Unit (FIU) as a CSI Technician. Reporting to a CSI Supervisor and based within one of the operational CSI hubs; you will provide operational and logistical support to the CSI team. Duties will include the completion of equipment and vehicle checks and cleaning, record keeping and ensuring stock levels of forensic consumable items are both adequate and fit for purpose. Additional tasks will include providing administrative support to the CSI team which will involve the physical checking and handling of forensic exhibits, data entry and call handling.
Post holders will be expected to undertake the established psychological screening process. Along with all other posts in Force Crime, Intelligence and Specialist Operations Departments, this role will require an enhanced level of vetting. Capability to travel across the Force may be required in order to deliver equipment and exhibits or assist with departmental resilience by working from an alternative site using Force vehicles. For this reason a full driving licence is considered essential for this role.
As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 24 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme.
To apply for this post please attach a cover letter of no more than one page and a CV of no more than 2 pages. NOTE: CV’s will not be accepted without a cover letter.
If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected] quoting reference 20635. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 20th August 2023.
Find out more about TVP Forensics here.
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