[Hiring] Investigator @CNC Police Staff

Role Description

The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) is an armed police service dedicated to the nuclear industry. Our Professional Standards Department (PSD) is looking for Investigators to join us on a mobile basis. These positions will investigate misconduct and complaints against officers and staff in accordance with the law and relevant regulations.

This role is a home-working position, with occasional travel around the UK as required. All travel expenses incurred are covered by the CNC.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that all PSD investigations are carried out in line with statutory requirements, conducted expeditiously, and compliant with statutory and IOPC Guidance.
• Assist in the preparation of reports to the Appropriate Authority to enable determination of misconduct cases, ensuring high standards in investigation reports.
• Provide formal updates of the progress of cases to complainants and employees subject to investigation, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.
• Support the Force Legal Dept in the preparation and presentation of evidence at gross misconduct hearings.

Qualifications

• Proven investigative skills gained in a policing role or similarly regulated agency.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to negotiate and influence people at all levels.
• Experience of conducting interviews under PACE.
• Understanding of CPIA / Disclosure responsibilities in criminal or disciplinary investigations.
• Knowledge of the National Intelligence Model.
• PIP 2 Accredited Investigator.
• Knowledge of Police Conduct Regulations and associated legislation and guidance, or experience of PSD investigations with appropriate professional training (SANCUS) is highly desirable.

Requirements

• To ensure a fair and authentic recruitment process, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools during the assessment and selection process is strictly prohibited.
• Candidates may use AI to help structure their thoughts and refine their Applications/CVs, provided the content remains truthful and accurately reflects their own experiences and capabilities.
• Any candidate found to be using unauthorized tools during the recruitment process will be withdrawn from consideration.
• Demonstrating honesty, integrity, transparency, and personal accountability throughout the recruitment process is essential.

Benefits

• 27.5 days annual leave (rising each year after 2 years’ service) plus bank holidays.
• Additional 30 minutes time worked during the week to accrue additional leave, usable for the period between Christmas and New Year.
• Generous pension scheme (20.7% employer contribution, 8.2% employee).
• Flexitime working scheme.
• National Blue Light Card scheme offering discounts on various products and services for emergency services, NHS, and Armed Forces personnel.
• Free gym on-site.
• Free on-site parking.
• Enhanced family friendly and wellbeing policies.
• Cycle to Work scheme.