Army - Major Incident Room Holmes Reader

UK Ministry of Defence

Nov 4

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Government & Politics
Salisbury

Requirements

Experience of the criminal investigative process and conducting investigations.
Experience of Major Incident Room procedures and roles.
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to listen, empathise, provide support and adapt language, form, and message to meet the needs of different people and audiences.
Skilled in the use of specialist IT packages, systems and/or databases to fulfil role requirements.
Able to break down a sophisticated problem into component parts and resolve appropriate action in investigations.
Ability to work optimally in a team to achieve shared objectives, demonstrating awareness of individual differences and providing support and advice as required.
Able to review own performance objectively and to develop and follow an appropriate improvement plan.
Able to appropriately prioritise and plan own work.
Able to proactively develop effective working relationships with colleagues, partners and other stakeholders.
Able to produce clear and concise reports and other documents within standard process procedures.
Previous PIP 2 accreditation or similar.

Responsibilities

Receive actions and documents from enquiry officers to ensure all documentation entering the MIR is processed in line with relevant policy and legislation.
Work closely with the Office Manager and Action Manager, where vital prioritising the way documentation is handled, and provide them with the most up to date information about the state of the enquiry.
Assess documents for security levels, priorities and Government Security Classifications (GSC) in order to decide whether fast-track actions should be raised and to ensure the appropriate GSC marking.
Receive and assess actions, including those requiring urgent attention and those as defined by the policy of the Senior Investigative Officer (SIO), and ensure all relevant processes and procedures are adhered to.
Read and assess documents in order to mark-up content for indexing and to indicate appropriate index records or documentary associations.
Forward all marked up documents to the index section, ensuring that their status has been updated, to maintain accurate records.
Provide explicit instructions to raise and assess the priority of an appropriate action in order to support lines of enquiry.
Record a summary of the document to support list management, file preparation and disclosure.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Army - Major Incident Room Holmes Reader.

Where is the job location?

The job is located at Bulford Camp, SP4 9DT.

What are the working hours for this position?

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

What kind of experience is required for applicants?

Applicants should have experience in the criminal investigative process and conducting investigations, as well as experience of Major Incident Room procedures and roles.

Is a HOLMES course mandatory for this role?

Yes, candidates should have completed or be willing to complete a HOLMES course.

What is the salary for the position?

The salary for this position is £28,300.

Are there any travel requirements for this job?

Yes, you will be required to travel in support of the operational output of the unit, including for training and meetings.

Is there a probation period for new hires?

Yes, external recruits who join the MOD and are new to the Civil Service will undergo a six-month probation period.

Can I apply for this job if I require a visa to work in the UK?

No, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the points-based system, and applications from those requiring sponsorship will be rejected.

What benefits are offered alongside the salary?

Benefits include learning and development tailored to your role, an environment with flexible working options, and a Civil Service pension with employer contributions.

How will my behaviors be assessed during the selection process?

During the selection process, your behaviors will be assessed through real-life scenarios related to the Success Profiles behaviors, including Managing a Quality Service and Delivering at Pace.

Is there a specific email address for job-related inquiries?

Yes, you can contact Matt Benn-Edwards at matt.benn-edwards316@mod.gov.uk for job-related inquiries.

Are travel expenses for interviews reimbursed?

No, expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

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