Test Analyst

ABOUT THE JOB

Police Scotland continues to evolve and transform and has a number of national programmes ongoing. These include, but are not limited to:

• Age of Criminal Responsibility Act
• Digital Evidence Sharing Capability
• Vulnerable Persons Database
• Criminal History System
• Core Operational Solutions
• Mobility
• Body Worn Video
• National Integrated Communications Control System
• Data Drives Digital

If you are an experienced Test Analyst seeking a new challenge, why not come and join the team that builds the technologies underpinning one of the most critical public services in Scotland – join us to help protect the communities of Scotland. It could be the most important work you ever do.

As an experienced Test Analyst, you will be responsible for all aspects of project test planning, test design and test execution for assigned projects ensuring that technical solutions are delivered to the Force within the required timescales, cost and quality parameters. You will be responsible for the development and execution of both manual and automated test scripts and test scenarios, covering a range of local and national projects. We are particularly keen to receive applications from Test Analysts with proven test automation experience.

ABOUT YOU

As a successful Test Analyst you will be educated to degree level in a computing or software engineering discipline.

You are required to have an understanding and knowledge in all aspects of IT Test methodologies and use of test tools such as ALM Quality Centre. Additionally, you should have excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical and problem solving skills.

These full time posts are temporary, x2 up to 12 months, x2 18 months and requires Management and Security Clearance vetting. You will work 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700 hours.

The following competencies at level 2 will be used for the selection process:

We are emotionally aware

We take ownership

We are collaborative

We deliver, support and inspire

We analyse critically

We are innovative and open minded

BENEFITS

- Competitive salary and guaranteed allowances

- Annual salary increments

- Local Government Pension Scheme

- 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays on appointment

- Wide range of family friendly policies

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Access to range of staff associations

- Scottish Police Recreation Association

- Scottish Police Credit Union

- Cycle to Work Scheme

Please find below a list of our ICT locations throughout Scotland. Candidates can discuss their preferred location at interview. The location however cannot be guaranteed and is subject to space being available.

• Aberdeen, Nelson Street
• Dumfries, Cornwall Mount
• Dundee, Rushton Court
• Edinburgh, Bilston Glen
• Edinburgh, Fettes Ave
• Glasgow, Dalmarnock
• Glasgow, FCTC Complex, Helen Street
• Glenrothes, Detroit Road
• Inverness, Perth Road
• Scottish Crime Campus, Gartcosh
• Scottish Police College, Tulliallan
• Stirling, Randolphfield

INTERVIEW GUARANTEE

The Scottish Police Authority / Police Scotland is committed to positive action in the recruitment and selection of people with disabilities. We guarantee an interview to any applicant who has a disability, as defined under the Equality Act 2010, and who meets the essential criteria for the post. Please regard this as an opportunity to let us help you. Tell us of any aspects which could present difficulties and any suggestions for overcoming these.

RESIDENCY AND ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions. You should also have been resident in the UK for a minimum of five years immediately prior to application.

TO APPLY

Please visit the Police Scotland Career Site for Job Reference Number – 670