DMEU Manager - Police Staff

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Salary £45,765 to £49,716 per annum (pro rata if part time)

Fixed Term Maternity Cover Contract - Up to 12 Months

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for digital investigations and forensic technology?

Nottinghamshire Police is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative DMEU Manager to lead our specialist Digital Multimedia Evidence Unit. You'll manage a skilled team responsible for the recovery, enhancement and presentation of critical digital evidence, helping to bring offenders to justice and protect our communities.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop a team of specialists, technicians and volunteers.
• Oversee the management of CCTV, audio and digital multimedia evidence.
• Drive quality standards, performance and continuous improvement.
• Provide expert advice to investigators, partners and criminal justice agencies.
• Represent Nottinghamshire Police at regional and national forums.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in digital media, forensic video, digital imagery or a related field.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Strong knowledge of digital evidence handling and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational abilities.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a specialist and highly respected team
• Contribute directly to criminal investigations and public safety
• Access professional development opportunities
• Work within an inclusive organisation where everyone belongs

We are committed to attracting a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.

Some benefits of working for Nottinghamshire Police include but are not limited to:

Pension scheme - We pay around double the member contribution

Support networks and wellbeing

Annual leave entitlement - Starting at 24 days and increasing with length of service

Blue Light Card discounts

Flexible and agile working where suitable

Please see attached document titled 'Police Staff Benefits' for further benefits and information.

For current Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner staff applicants, please note that Nottinghamshire Police would be a new employer. However, an agreement has been made whereby all tenure and length of service will be honoured.

Vetting Level - Management - you must have resided in the UK for at least the last 5 years, with less than 12 months spent abroad (some exceptions for those living on a UK military base).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All applicants will be subject to the Nottinghamshire Police Vetting Policy.

Nottinghamshire Police is committed to the principles of Equality, Fairness and Diversity, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community in our efforts to recruit a diverse and flexible workforce that reflects the people we serve.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered at a later stage for candidates successfully shortlisted. Please be aware, this will not cause any detriment or impact to your application, our aim is to support you throughout the process.

Current Nottinghamshire Police staff only: Candidates currently at risk will be required to complete and attach the at-risk pro-forma document.