Support Officer Resources

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.

Job advert Key Responsibilities -

To support the finance, audit and risk and information management (FARIM) team in their assurance, compliance and guidance roles. This role will directly support Scottish Police Authority (SPA) Corporate and Forensic Services.

The job holder will primarily support the work of the Resources business area within the Authority, this will provide the opportunity to work across the finance, audit and risk and information management team with a varied workload that will flex depending on business demands at different points throughout the typical business cycle.

The jobholder has a nominated line manager but will be allocated tasks from multiple staff.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are confident in the use of Microsoft 365 (desired, not essential), who have a strong attention to detail and who are able to work as part of a wider team as well as individually.

Training will be provided on the job, as well as having access to external courses to upskill and develop.

Due to the nature of this role, regular monthly travel will be required to our regional offices in Aberdeen, Inverness, Dumfries, Edinburgh and Scottish Crime Campus (Gartcosh). Due to this, it would be preferred if applicants held a Driving License (however, this is not essential). This role does follow a hybrid working model. You will be required to attend the office at least 1 day per week, as assigned by your line manager. Why join us?

• Competitive salary with annual increments
• Full-time or part-time shift patterns
• 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays (increases with service)
• Local government pension scheme for long-term security
• Ongoing training to develop your skills
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment
• Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network

Every role in Police Scotland plays a part in Keeping People Safe.

This is an opportunity to join a national organisation serving communities across Scotland, where integrity, fairness and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

Police Scotland serves over 5 million people across Scotland's cities, towns, rural and island communities.

Our 2030 vision is for safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce.

We are committed to equality, human rights and building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile.

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.

Currently the Scottish Police Authority have guidance in place that allows appropriate roles to be operated on an agile basis, should you have an interest in working more flexibly then we would encourage your application.

Why work for the Scottish Police Authority

The Scottish Police Authority is independent of both the Scottish Government and policing. It is the primary governance body for policing in Scotland, and was established as a public body on 1 April 2013 by the Police and Fire Reform (Scotland) Act 2012.

It was set up to hold the Chief Constable to account; promote, support and oversee improvement in policing. It is also responsible for the management and delivery of Forensic Services in Scotland and Independent Custody Visiting Scotland.

If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then the Scottish Police Authority is for you.

The Authority aims to increase public trust and confidence in the policing of Scotland in the way it carries out its functions and through the quality of its governance arrangements.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

The Scottish Police Authority are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion

We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion, where communities are under-represented, including those from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.

All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.

The Scottish Police Authority are committed to promoting a diverse workforce and to achieving and promoting an organisational culture where staff and officers are treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

We are committed to being an inclusive and supportive employer and as part of that commitment are an advocate for gender equality having pledged support for HeForShe

HeForShe is a global solidarity movement for gender equality initiated by the United Nations with the aim of encouraging men and boys to speak out for gender equality recognising that gender equality is not just a women s issue but a basic human right that benefits everyone.

Flexible working

Flexible working arrangements can be considered in line with current policy, as well as both personal and organisational needs.

You can expect a rewarding and varied career with the Scottish Police Authority. We offer competitive salaries, annual salary increments and a wide range of employee benefits.

Recruitment and Selection Policy

Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be given primacy over the remaining internal and external applicants.

Vetting

We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.