Assistant Chief Constable - ERSOU

ACC Eastern Region (a role covering the Eastern Region including Kent)

£103,023 per annum

Bedfordshire Police have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional candidate to lead a collaborative operational unit, for which Bedfordshire have lead Force status.

Assistant Chief Constable Eastern Region, a role that operates on behalf of all 6 Forces in the Eastern Region plus Kent in the delivery of the Eastern Region Specialist Operations Unit (ERSOU) and the Eastern Region Counter Terrorism Intelligence Unit (ERCTIU).

The successful candidate will work closely with our Chief Constable Garry Forsyth and newly promoted Deputy Chief Constable Trevor Rodenhurst, as part of the Bedfordshire executive team, but also closely with the Deputy Chief Constable’s of the member Forces.

A strong and productive working relationship with the individual Forces and Police and Crime Commissioners and their teams is important, and sustaining that relationship going forward will be a key aspect of this role. It is therefore crucial that the successful candidate is an exceptional team player with strong stakeholder relationship skills, and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with current police governance arrangements.

Applicants must have passed the Strategic Command Course and be able to demonstrate a breadth of operational leadership experience, as well as experience of leading on major programmes. A good understanding of HR and Finance is also required. All applicants will be selected on an equal basis that determines their suitability for the post.

If you are ready for this challenge please contact Laura Mills, Resourcing Manager by email laura.mills@cambs.pnn.police.uk to request an application pack.

If you need any further information or would like the opportunity to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Chief Constable Garry Forsyth, on 01234 846983.

Closing date for completed applications is midday on Sunday 22nd September 2019.

Other dates to note:

Information Day

Thursday 12th September 2019 from 09.30 hours

Interview

Friday 11th October 2019

We very much look forward to receiving your application