330 jobs in Castle Douglas, Dumfries And Galloway

Role

To undertake examinations at all scene incidents, to locate, develop, preserve, record and gather forensic evidence for use by internal and external customers, in the support of the criminal justice system.

To advise the customer at the scene or at forensic strategy meetings and to prepare reports/statements for external customers.

To carry out recovery of evidence, examinations, test and processes to clearly defined standards (ISO 17025) within the laboratory as instructed.

There will be an engagement day at Cornwall Mount Police Headquarters in Dumfries on Monday 12th May, at 10am till 3pm.. At the engagement day there will be presentations, demonstrations of forensic techniques and Scene Examiners will be present to answer any questions about the role and working in the forensics with SPA. 

You should have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years immediately prior to application for this role.

Why work for Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services?

Forensic Services are the largest public sector forensic organisation in Europe and among the largest forensic organisations in the UK.

Our 600 highly-trained and skilled scientists and staff are committed to Scientific Excellence and work with Integrity, Professionalism and Impartiality. 

We are responsible for providing forensic services to the criminal justice sector in Scotland including: Police Scotland; the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscals Service (COPFS); and the Police Investigations and Reviews Commissioner (PIRC).

Our forensic strategy provides excellent, innovative forensic services to support justice in Scotland and keep our communities safe and protected in line with the Scottish Government`s Justice Outcomes and the strategic aims of Police Scotland and the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service.

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 Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services is for you.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Scottish Police Authority Forensic Services 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.

We 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.

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