PS/584/C - SO1 - Communications Data Investigator - Cambridgeshire Covert Authorities Bureau

A vacancy currently exists for a Communications Data Investigator (SPOC) within the Covert Authorities Bureau (CAB), based at FHQ Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire.  

The Cambridgeshire Covert Authorities Bureau (CAB) processes all applications for Communications Data under Part 3 of the Investigatory Powers Act (IPA) 2016 in relation to Cambridgeshire Constabulary, and ERSOU Regional Teams.

This role primarily involves the daily quality assuring of Communications Data Applications and submission to the Office for Communications Data Authorisation (OCDA). Within the role you will receive results and update applicants as well as providing advice and training inputs to departments where required. You will be expected to liaise with other partners, internally and externally including other SPOC Units and the College of Policing.  

You will play an important part in protecting and safeguarding vulnerable individuals, taking part in the on-call rota for life at risk urgent applications. Full training will be provided and you will need to attend an accredited SPOC course at the College of Policing. You will be expected to keep up to date with Industry updates as part of your continuous professional development. You will play an important role in preparing for and liaising with the Inspectorate, the Investigatory Powers Commissioners Office (IPCO) during yearly compliance inspections.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and articulate individual with a sound knowledge of the Investigatory powers Act. You will be joining a close-knit team of experienced police staff who will be able to offer support and guidance.

The successful applicant will be a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail. They will need to possess good IT skills, be inquisitive, decisive and have the ability to work well alone and in a team. Applicants will be required to attend and pass the National Communications Data Investigator SPOC course and to attain and maintain a level of expertise when they become an effective member of the team.

The role carries a requirement to take part in the on-call rota to respond to urgent operational and life at risk issues. Applicants must have the highest level of personal integrity and be able to work accurately, by themselves with close attention to detail in this regard.

Hours of Work; Flexi workers, Core Hours 8-4pm. Late cover 12pm-8pm on a rota, late person is then On Call between 8pm- 8am. Monday to Friday.

Sat-Sunday Covered by the On-Call SPOC 24hrs.

This is a challenging but rewarding role providing an opportunity to become involved in the fast-moving area of policing involving Communications Data. The role covers Cambridgeshire, primarily based at Force Headquarters, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire although being able to work agile at times is necessary.  

Applicants from current accredited Communications Data Investigator SPOC’s are welcome.

Desirable Entry Requirements;

It is desirable that you have previous experience working within the Telecoms Industry or are already an Accredited Communications Data SPOC.  

• Previous experience working within a policing investigative environment.
• Working knowledge of IPA 2016 and the ability to deal with ‘High Risk’ incidents during ‘Out of Hours’ call outs.
• Proven ability to assimilate and analyse complex information with good attention to detail, to provide clear and appropriate direction, to deliver presentations, to demonstrate logical and analytical thought processes.
• Prepared to undertake and successfully pass two weeks residential training course and any post related training as identified by the post holder or line manager.
• Experience working in a busy office environment using computerised and manual systems, including complex records and indices, and good working knowledge of packages such as MS365, Excel, Word, the Internet and Social Media Platforms.
• Educated to BTEC National/A level standard or equivalent, including GCSE English and Maths of equivalent.
• Previous experience in the delivery of training inputs.
• Excellent attention to detail, verbal and written communication and inter-personal skills to brief different levels of the organisation.
• Able to function in a multi-agency environment.

Successful applicants will also be required to undertake vetting to ‘SC’ and ‘MV’ level.

For further information or an informal conversation about the role please contact Detective Supt Mike Hills on 07736 085278, or Mr Bill Nisbet Cambridgeshire CAB Manager ,07725 214334

Closing Date: 6th April 2021

All internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period in order to apply for this role.

Internal applicants within Cambridgeshire Constabulary, should upload either a CV or a completed ‘Staff internal role summary’ form, which can be found in the vacancy documents below. Please note you will be required to provide a statement no more than 500 words against the minimum entry requirements as stipulated in the role profile.

External applicants should ensure that your current CV is uploaded and provide a statement no more than 500 words against the minimum entry requirements as stipulated in the role profile. To ensure the recruitment process is fair and equal, please do not include personal details on your CV other than your name.

This vacancy is live to those at risk of redundancy and will remain open to redeployees until the conditional offer stage throughout the recruitment process. Any redeployee that wishes to apply should apply through the redeployment portal and provide a statement no more than 500 words against the minimum entry requirements as stipulated in the role profile. Redeployees will take priority over other applicants at any point during the recruitment process up until a start date is agreed. Redeployee’s should notify the BCH Careers team and their HR Advisor of their application. All applicants will be notified if this occurs.

This force is a Disability Confident employer. Should you require any reasonable adjustments for your application process, please contact the HR Service Centre on 01438 75(7777) or the manager contact for this role directly. We also offer the guaranteed interview scheme; this means that all candidates with a disability covered by the Equality Act 2010, who meet the minimum entry requirements for the role, will be invited to attend an interview.

All applications must be submitted through our online recruitment website by clicking the apply button below.