Retired Police Officers Association (Scotland)

16th March, 2010

CENTRAL SCOTLAND POLICE - No Vacancies

NORTHERN CONSTABULARY - No Vacancies

TAYSIDE POLICE - No Vacancies

Vacancies at GRAMPIAN POLICE

There are currently 3 jobs advertised on the Force web site - earliest closing date 19th March - see Link

Vacancies at LOTHIAN and BORDERS POLICE

There are currently 2 jobs advertised on the Force web site - earliest closing date 23rd March - see Link

FIFE CONSTABULARY
Traffic Warden Supervisor
Communities Policing Division

Salary: PSG7, currently Ł22,719 per annum, rising to Ł24,237 via annual increments.

An opportunity has arisen within Communities Policing Division for a Traffic Warden Supervisor.

The post holder will be required to deliver an efficient Traffic Warden Service to the Division. They will be responsible for managing a team of Traffic Wardens who will contribute to the delivery of the Force's Policing plan and support front line officers in providing safer communities.

The post holder should have the ability and experience to provide leadership for the team in performance standards, working practices and professional knowledge, and deal with members of the public in a calm and professional manner.

The successful candidate should have previous supervisory experience and knowledge of the Traffic Warden function would be desirable.

You should possess effective communication skills, have the ability to quickly learn and apply procedures and legislative requirements. Able to demonstrate sound analytical competency, you should also have good observation, literacy and numeracy skills.

Hours of work will be 36 per week, working 5 days on a rota basis, covering Monday to Saturday. This post is suitable for job share working.

Please visit our website www.fife.police.uk for a detailed job profile and an application form. Alternatively you can emailhradminunit@fife.pnn.police.uk or telephone 01592 418856 to request an application pack. Please quote the reference number FPOL 10/2010.

The closing date for applications is Monday 05 April 2010.

FIFE CONSTABULARY
Personal Assistant to Chief Officers

SALARY: Ł22,719 per annum, rising to Ł24,237- via annual increment

We are looking for an experienced PA to provide support to our Chief Officers. Within this role you will be responsible for ensuring that all administrative and secretarial functions are undertaken.

To be considered for this role you must demonstrate previous experience working as a PA, preferably at a senior level. You must be highly organised with the ability to manage a demanding and varied workload at times within extremely tight timescales. The ability to engage with senior managers and executives both in the public and private sector is essential, as is having the skills to undertake research and prepare briefing papers. On occasion you will be required to travel to events with the Chief Constable.

You must possess strong IT and administration skills, excellent communication skills and, crucially, a professional pride that ensures a high level of service. In return you will have the opportunity to develop your career in an exciting and fast paced environment.

The closing date for applications is Monday 29th March 2010.

FIFE CONSTABULARY
Finance Manager, Finance Department

SALARY:PSG 12, Ł37,158 per annum, rising to Ł39,861 via annual increments.

Fife Constabulary are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic individual to lead the Finance Team in the provision of a comprehensive service to the Force across the functions of corporate accounting, budgetary management, and payroll.

As Finance Manager you will manage a range of finance functions within your portfolio, co-ordinating the use of resources to meet Force needs. You will be expected to develop policies and procedures to deliver effective Force-wide financial management. Reporting directly to the Head of the Finance Department, within this role you will manage the year end accounting process, prepare detailed management accounts and financial reports, produce and maintain revenue budgets, and prepare grant claims.

To be considered for this post you must be a full member of a CCAB accountancy body. In addition to the professional qualification you must have substantial experience in a senior financial role.

The closing date for applications is Friday 2nd April 2010.

FIFE CONSTABULARY
Case Management Officer
Criminal Justice Department, Police Headquarters, Glenrothes

SALARY: Grade PSG7 Ł22,719 per annum, rising to Ł24,237 via annual increments

18 hours per week

Are you interesting in working with in the Criminal Justice Department of Fife Constabulary? As a Case Management Officer you will be responsible for assisting with the provision of an efficient and smooth flowing case management system.

Fife Constabulary are currently looking for an individual to supervise and manage criminal case reporting, assessing the viability of reports, ensuring that these are completed to the highest standard, and submitted timeously. In addition, the post holder will ensure the quality, pertinence, accuracy, and timeous submission of sudden death reports and statements.

Within this role you will be responsible for interrogating and updating Force and National Computer Systems to ensure that all cases reported are submitted in a co-ordinated manner. To provide advice, guidance and instruction to Police Officers in relation to Police reports and to liaise with Procurators Fiscal and Scottish Childrens Reporter Administration ensuring delivery of a fast and efficient Criminal Justice System.

To be considered for this role, you must be educated to higher-grade level, or equivalent. The post holder should posses an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Scottish Criminal Legal System, Criminal Law and Procedures, and procedures with regards to investigation and reporting of crime.

Given the nature of this role, the post holder must have previous experience in providing advice and guidance to others.

The closing date for applications is Friday 26th March 2010.

FIFE CONSTABULARY
Enquiry Office Assistant - South West Fife
Communities Polcing Division

Salary: Ł19,005 per annum rising to Ł20,061 per annum via annual increments. Pro-rata for part-time working.

18 hours per week, working on a rotating shift pattern – Shift Allowance and weekend enhancements payable

Applications are invited from individuals interested in acting as the first point of contact for members of the public attending at Dalgety Bay Police Station. Within this post you will be required to ensure an efficient, courteous service is offered to members of the public contacting the Police Station in person or by telephone, dealing with queries, updating and abstracting information from a number of computer systems and providing general clerical support within the Division.

To be considered for this post you must be educated to standard grade level, and must be able to demonstrate previous experience dealing with members of the public, and previous experience working within an administrative capacity. You must be computer literate with good keyboard skills, and possess excellent listening, questioning, interpersonal, organisational and team working abilities.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 31 March 2010.

STRATHCLYDE POLICE
TEMPORARY STATION ASSISTANT/WORD PROCESSOR OPERATOR
cumnock

SALARY: Ł17,208 - Ł20,061 + 14% Shift Allowance Plus Weekend Enhanced Rate

The key here is keeping the station office running smoothly and maintaining accurate and updated records of all police paperwork. You’ll be the public’s first point of contact at our station, dealing with enquiries in person and by telephone – as well as contacting Officers using the police radio system. Undertaking a full range of word processing duties as part of a divisional resource will also form part of your remit. Educated to SQA higher grade level, or equivalent with relevant administrative/clerical experience including dealing with the public, or where no formal qualifications exist proven administrative/clerical experience including dealing with the public is essential.

This post is temporary for 12 months.

Whichever part of Police Staff you join, there are skills that are invaluable. We're an organisation based on strong teamwork – so you'll need to enjoy working with others. It's just as important you can communicate with confidence and clarity – whoever you're talking to. And personal integrity, flexibility, motivation and customer focus make up the rest.

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions. You should also have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years immediately prior to application. In certain circumstances, it is possible for the minimum residency period for vetting to be waived. This can only be done where it is possible to make, or confirm, in the relevant jurisdictions with local Law Enforcement and National Security bodies, which are equivalent, and of a similar standard, to enquires which would be made in the UK, on both the applicant and all family members and associates. In cases where it is not possible to makes the equivalent checks, the residency criterion will be stringently enforced.

Closing Date: 23 March 2010 by 4.30 pm

Interview Date: To be advised

Application packs and a job description can now be downloaded. Please quote Ref: R150/09/rpoas. We will accept both colour and black-and-white printed forms.

If you have a disability which means that you’re unable to complete the form, please contact Recruiting on the number below. We can provide the application form in a number of different formats: Force Training & Recruitment Centre, Eaglesham Road, East Kilbride, G75 8GR Telephone No: 01355 566350 Email:recruiting.forcesupport@strathclyde.pnn.police.uk

“Committed to equality in terms of employment and service”

STRATHCLYDE POLICE
TEMPORARY STATION ASSISTANT/WORD PROCESSOR OPERATOR (JOB SHARE)
cumnock

SALARY: Ł17,208 - Ł20,061 Pro Rata + 14% Shift Allowance Plus Weekend Enhanced Rate

This post is temporary for 12 months.

Closing Date: 23 March 2010 by 4.30 pm

Interview Date: To be advised

Application packs and a job description can now be downloaded. Please quote Ref: R151/09/rpoas. We will accept both colour and black-and-white printed forms.

“Committed to equality in terms of employment and service”

STRATHCLYDE POLICE
TEMPORARY CLERICAL ASSISTANT
PITT STREET. GLASGOW

SALARY: Ł15,060 - Ł16,800

You will undertake a range of duties within the Records Management section, in support of the Force Information Management policy. Educated to SQA Standard grade level (or equivalent) plus relevant clerical experience or where no formal qualifications exist proven clerical experience is essential. This post is temporary until 31 December 2010.

Whichever part of Force Support you join, there are skills that are invaluable. We're an organisation based on strong teamwork – so you'll need to enjoy working with others. It's just as important you can communicate with confidence and clarity – whoever you're talking to. And personal integrity, flexibility, motivation and customer focus make up the rest.

Closing date: 23 March 2010 by 4.30pm

Interview date: To be arranged

Application packs and a job description can now be downloaded. Please quote Ref: R148/09/rpoas. We will accept both colour and black-and-white printed forms.

If you have a disability which means that you’re unable to complete the form, please contact Recruiting on the number below. We can provide the application form in a number of different formats: Force Training & Recruitment Centre, Eaglesham Road, East Kilbride, G75 8GR (Telephone No: 01355 566350) Email:recruiting.forcesupport@strathclyde.pnn.police.uk

“Committed to equality in terms of employment and service”

STRATHCLYDE POLICE
TEMPORARY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
AIKENHEAD ROAD, GLASGOW

SALARY: Ł16,119 - Ł18,024

You will process applications for all licensing in Terms of Licensing (Scot) Act 1976, the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005, Gaming Act 2005, Gambling Act 2005, the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982, and any Act which may supersede the foregoing and sundry other licensed in line with Force procedures. You will also deputise for the Divisional Licensing Officer in his/her absence and to assist where required with other duties, commensurate with the grade in the Divisional Support Unit as and when required. You’ll be educated to SQA Higher grade level – or equivalent – with clerical/administrative experience – more significant experience if you don’t have qualifications. This post is temporary for 6 months.

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions. You should also have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years immediately prior to application. In certain circumstances, it is possible for the minimum residency period for vetting to be waived. This can only be done where it is possible to make, or confirm, in the relevant jurisdictions with local Law Enforcement and National Security bodies, which are equivalent, and of a similar standard, to enquiries which would be made in the UK, on both the applicant and all family members and associates. In cases where it is not possible to makes the equivalent checks, the residency criterion will be stringently enforced.

Closing date: 23 March 2010 by 4.30pm

Interview date: To be arranged

Application packs and a job description can now be downloaded. Please quote Ref: R156/09/rpoas. We will accept both colour and black-and-white printed forms.

If you have a disability which means that you’re unable to complete the form, please contact Recruiting on the number below. We can provide the application form in a number of different formats: Force Training & Recruitment Centre, Eaglesham Road, East Kilbride, G75 8GR (Telephone No: 01355 566350) Email:recruiting.forcesupport@strathclyde.pnn.police.uk

“Committed to equality in terms of employment and service”

STRATHCLYDE POLICE
ARCHITECTURAL LIAISON OFFICER
COMMUNITY SAFETY & CRIMINAL JUSTICE, PITT STREET, GLASGOW

SALARY: Ł22,002 – Ł27,672

You’ll promote the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design and Secured By Design within the built environment and regeneration throughout the Force area. Develop the use by the Force of all types of security technology, including CCTV and other electronic or physical systems, as an effective means of preventing or reducing the opportunity for crime. Supporting and representing the interests of the force through partnership working, you’ll require excellent interpersonal and computer literacy skills with the flexibility to adapt your communication style and display initiative.

Educated to HNC level (or equivalent) in Architecture or Surveying, with relevant experience in application of crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) or where no formal qualification exists proven experience in a development and delivery of crime prevention through environmental design is essential. For this role you’ll also require a driving licence.

Closing Date: 22 March 2010 by 4.30 pm

Interview Date: To be advised

Application packs and a job description can now be downloaded. Please quote Ref: R158/09/RPOAS. We will accept both colour and black-and-white printed forms.

If you have a disability which means that you’re unable to complete the form, please contact Recruiting on the number below. We can provide the application form in a number of different formats: Force Training & Recruitment Centre, Eaglesham Road, East Kilbride, G75 8GR (Telephone No: 01355 566350) Email:recruiting.forcesupport@strathclyde.pnn.police.uk

“Committed to equality in terms of employment and service”

Experienced Gardener/General Handyman
Newton Mearns area

Required 2/3 days per week year round. Would suit an early retiree.

References and clean driving licence required. Telephone evenings 0141 639 4359.

DUMFRIES and GALLOWAY CONSTABULARY
CUSTODIER/ SENIOR CLERICAL ASSISTANT
Loreburn Street Police Station, Dumfries.

SALARY:AP1 - (Ł16,800 – Ł18,024)

37 hours per week

The successful candidate will be jointly responsible for the management, administration, security and control of Productions and Found Property received, covering Dumfries Burgh and Crime Management Services.

This post will make the most of your communication and organisational skills. The ability to work under pressure and prioritise your workload are essential requirements of the post. Experience of dealing with the public is desirable.

For further information regarding this post and how to apply please see our website at:www.dg.police.uk or contact your local Jobcentre on (01387) 223243 - alternatively you can contact the HR Department, Dumfries & Galloway Constabulary on (01387) 242258

Closing date: 19 March 2010

Post ref: 10350

‘Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary is currently undertaking a job evaluation exercise for all support staff posts, which will result in revisions to our present grading and pay structures. The outcome of this exercise may result in a change to the salary/pay rate for this post.’

SCOTT AND COMPANY
ENQUIRY AGENT
GLASGOW AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS

SALARY: Ł11,797

HOURS : 8.30AM - 5PM, MONDAY TO FRIDAY(some evening work will be required for which overtime is paid )

DUTIES: Trace, Pre-sue, Precognitions, Summary Wararant Enquiries etc

A company vehicle with fuel card will be supplied

CLOSING DATE: 26/3/10

Contact Garry Parker at e-mail- garry.parker@scottandco.uk.com or phone 07736 77 9991

INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Scottish Police College

The Scottish Police College is approached on a regular basis by Government departments and police forces both here and abroad to assist them in training and developing their staff or to carry out strategic level reviews. Over recent years the demand has reached such a level that the College introduced a post that focuses purely on such international development work.

These projects are normally resourced from a data base of retired officers who are referred to as 'associates'. These individuals generally have a background in training or have skills in a particular area of policing and have normally worked in some sort of management position. The projects we deliver range from delivering bespoke training at the College to travelling overseas to carry out reviews of foreign police services. Projects both at home and abroad can last anywhere between one and six weeks, dependant on the mission being undertaken.

The increase in demand for projects has reached such a level that it has become necessary to increase the size of the associate data base. We now require to identify officers who have retired over the period of the past year or are just about to retire from the service. They should be, enthusiastic, willing to travel overseas, capable of working in a challenging environment and be part of a close knit team that can represent the Scottish Police Service. Remuneration rates are agreed prior to each project but in general the work is considered to be well paid.

I would be grateful if you could circulate this information to your members including those who have, or are just about to retire. Any enquiries should be directed to myself at the Scottish Police College at the addresses detailed below. It would be beneficial if those who wish to contact me for an informal discussion could have a brief CV of their career to hand.

I think that it is only fair to point out that there is no guarantee that individuals will be guaranteed work. Demand, along with the particular skills of individuals involved will determine who is selected to undertake missions.

If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact me at the following contact address

Chief Inspector Craig Dewar
International Development Department
Scottish Police College
Tulliallan Castle
Kincardine
Fife
K10 4BE
Tel No 01259 732132
e-mail- craig.dewar2@tulliallan.pnn.police.uk

THE FORCES ADVERTISING ABOVE and THE SCOTTISH POLICE COLLEGE

may have other vacancies which have not been passed to RPOAS - see Links

NCFE EXTERNAL MODERATORS
YOU’RE SAFE IN OUR HANDS

Do you have a passion for education and believe more should be done to make the lives of people working in Further Education easier?

Are you committed to delivering exceptional customer service, and would you like to help us deliver new qualifications which are simpler for our customers to work with?

Due to expansion in Scotland, we’re looking to recruit External Moderators for our Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 Certificates in Uniformed Services and Level 2 Award in Understanding Stewarding at Spectator Events.

If you’re interested in applying please visit our website www.ncfe.org.uk/careers where you can find out more detailed information about the responsibilities, qualifications, skills and experience you must have for this post. You’ll also find a copy of our Occupational Competence Guidelines which will help you to fill in the application form.

If you’d like to talk to us about these opportunities please contact Jake Tween, External Quality Assurance Officer, on 0191 239 8091 or email jaketween@ncfe.org.uk.

Volunteers Required - National Trust For Scotland

We’re looking for volunteers to help at our headquarters in Charlotte Square in Edinburgh to be ‘Meeters and Greeters’ in the reception area of the building. Ideally we’d like people who are security minded and can help spot things that may be out-of-the-ordinary. Alongside this the volunteer would be there to greet members of the public and answer questions or give information on the history of the building, city and Scotland, so anyone that’s interested in meeting new people and Scotland’s history may also enjoy this position. Shifts would be for around 2 hours a week.

Anyone who is interested in helping us can find out more about this position, and others that we currently have vacant, at our website www.nts.org.uk/volunteering.

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