Vetting Officer

ABOUT THE JOB

To undertake vetting enquiries for Police Officers, Police Staff, Special Constables and non-Police personnel within the framework of the National Vetting Policy and Procedures to ensure an acceptable level of assurance as to the integrity of those individuals concerned. To assist in the implementation and maintenance of the Force Vetting Policy and associated procedures.

ABOUT YOU

You will be educated to Higher Grades or where no formal qualifications exist, proven experience at an equivalent level.

Experience of researching, developing and analysing information from a range of databases.

Able to show evidence behind decision-making.

Demonstrates a commitment to handling sensitive information in a secure manner.

High level of personal integrity.

These full time posts are permanent and require Management Vetting and Security Check (SC) vetting. You will work 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

The following competencies at level 1 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

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 – 1413