Force Data Officer

Force Data Officer 

Leek Wootton, Warwickshire  

Permanent Contract  

Full Time  

The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Wednesday 28th April 2021

Those currently eligible on the redeployment register will be given prior consideration.

The main purpose of the role is to extract, assess and evaluate data to support the Force’s statutory reporting requirements and support the Force Analysts through data provision.

Main Responsibilities:

Extract data from a variety of force systems and prepare data in various formats to facilitate analysis.

Contribute to data collection requirements from local and national stakeholders, including the Home Office, HMIC, NPCC, local authorities.

Retrieving and presenting data in reply to Freedom of Information requests in an accurate and timely manner.

Develop relationships with colleagues and liaising with partner agencies to support information sharing and collaborative working.

Identify improvements to data collection methods and reporting within the organisation.

Support the identification of new data sources to ensure that products reflect latest methodologies and best practice.

To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, including cover for colleagues, as required.

Experience/Skills:

Knowledge:

5 GCSE’s grade A-C, including English and Maths

Researching and obtaining data from systems

Basic law enforcement/policing

Experience:

Experience in a role which demands accurate collection and interpretation of data

Experience of using different software packages including the Microsoft suite

Key Skills:

Good IT skills, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft packages

Possess keen attention to detail

Ability to input data accurately

Computer literate and ability to understand new IT systems.

Ability to manage and prioritise a high workload to meet key deadlines

Special Conditions

Occasional exposure to disturbing/unpleasant images or tasks relating to serious sexual offences, child sexual exploitation etc.

We want our organisation to be as diverse as the community it serves. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. 

You will be required as part of Warwickshire Police recruitment process to successfully complete vetting and credit checks.  

We support the “Happy to talk flexible working” campaign, which aims to encourage uptake of flexible working for individuals, the flexible working options that may be considered for this role include; Compressed Hours, Job Share