Environmental Crime - Disclosure Officer - 8714
12
South East, Yorkshire and the Humber
Wallingford , York
Red Kite House, Foss House
Staff Grade 4
Permanent
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability, Operational Delivery
£27,138
We are the Environment Agency. We protect and improve the environment. We work closely with businesses to help them comply with environmental regulations.
The role of Disclosure Officer is critical in criminal investigations and you will often represent the Environment Agency during the court process.
Key Responsibilities:
To assess all material generated during an investigation by applying the guidelines and Code of Practice as set out in the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996, as amended by the Criminal Justice Act 2003.
To assess the unused material for relevancy, sensitivity and the ability to undermine the prosecution case or assist the defence.
Produce disclosure schedules using appropriate documentation ensuring that the description of each item is detailed and accurate.
Develop close relationships with the Senior Investigation Manager and Legal to ensure that any material that has the potential to undermine the prosecution case or assist the defence is highlighted at the earliest opportunity.
Liaise with Legal, other agencies and counsel at conferences to discuss disclosure issues, public interest immunity issues and defence case statements.
Have the ability to deal with material downloaded from digital material in criminal investigations.
The role of Disclosure Officer is critical in criminal investigations and you will often represent the Environment Agency during the court process.
Key Responsibilities:
To assess all material generated during an investigation by applying the guidelines and Code of Practice as set out in the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996, as amended by the Criminal Justice Act 2003.
To assess the unused material for relevancy, sensitivity and the ability to undermine the prosecution case or assist the defence.
Produce disclosure schedules using appropriate documentation ensuring that the description of each item is detailed and accurate.
Develop close relationships with the Senior Investigation Manager and Legal to ensure that any material that has the potential to undermine the prosecution case or assist the defence is highlighted at the earliest opportunity.
Liaise with Legal, other agencies and counsel at conferences to discuss disclosure issues, public interest immunity issues and defence case statements.
Have the ability to deal with material downloaded from digital material in criminal investigations.
You will be based in one of our offices in an Area Enforcement Team. You will be working as a Disclosure Officer on complex investigations involving significant volumes of evidence and unused material generated during the enquiry. Additionally you will perform an imperative role the role on serious and significant environmental crime cases in compliance with the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996 and related legislation and guidance.
It is key that you have considerable knowledge of and / or experience as a Disclosure Officer within your previous roles.
With expertise in an investigative role, you understand the complexities and sensitivities of crime investigation and have the proven ability to adapt your communication style to a diverse range of audiences and situations.
You will also need to be able to demonstrate your:
Experience of performing the role of Principal Disclosure Officer on large scale investigations.
Knowledge and understanding of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996, Disclosure Manual and relevant amendments to disclosure requirements.
Experience of preparing accurate disclosure schedules and attendance at Magistrates and Crown Court.
Ability to produce detailed and accurate reports.
Work to specific and agreed time scales.
Good communication skills.
Attendance at a Disclosure Course.
No matter what your background, you will have a proven track record of managing an extensive and complex workload.
With expertise in an investigative role, you understand the complexities and sensitivities of crime investigation and have the proven ability to adapt your communication style to a diverse range of audiences and situations.
You will also need to be able to demonstrate your:
Experience of performing the role of Principal Disclosure Officer on large scale investigations.
Knowledge and understanding of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996, Disclosure Manual and relevant amendments to disclosure requirements.
Experience of preparing accurate disclosure schedules and attendance at Magistrates and Crown Court.
Ability to produce detailed and accurate reports.
Work to specific and agreed time scales.
Good communication skills.
Attendance at a Disclosure Course.
No matter what your background, you will have a proven track record of managing an extensive and complex workload.
Closing Date: 26th August 2018 at 23:55 hours
Please download the attached candidate pack for more information. For further information please contact FCRMRecruitment@environment-agency.gov.uk
The role may require participation in standby and call out rosters. It also requires regular site visits, so a full UK driving licence is necessary.
We’re committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve and welcome applications from people from all walks of life.
Internal job title: Environment Crime Officer
Please download the attached candidate pack for more information. For further information please contact FCRMRecruitment@environment-agency.gov.uk
The role may require participation in standby and call out rosters. It also requires regular site visits, so a full UK driving licence is necessary.
We’re committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve and welcome applications from people from all walks of life.
Internal job title: Environment Crime Officer
26/08/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Data and Information Management
Please note that your answers will be used for interview selection
Provide an example of submitting disclosure schedules in a complex investigation in an electronic format describing how it worked and issues that you faced, in particular timescales, relationship with the Prosecution and Defence solicitors and the overall court process.
What was the type of investigation?
What was your approach?
What issues were faced?
You may find researching the STAR technique useful when answering this question.
Provide an example of submitting disclosure schedules in a complex investigation in an electronic format describing how it worked and issues that you faced, in particular timescales, relationship with the Prosecution and Defence solicitors and the overall court process.
What was the type of investigation?
What was your approach?
What issues were faced?
You may find researching the STAR technique useful when answering this question.
Illegal Activity Detection and Enforcement
Please note that your answers will be used for interview selection
Please provide an example of where you have used intelligence to drive an investigation into offending. Please describe how you used the information to make an informed decision and what impact this had on the overall outcome?
What was the information / intelligence?
How did you use this to plan your investigation?
What was the result?
You may find researching the STAR technique useful when answering this question.
Please provide an example of where you have used intelligence to drive an investigation into offending. Please describe how you used the information to make an informed decision and what impact this had on the overall outcome?
What was the information / intelligence?
How did you use this to plan your investigation?
What was the result?
You may find researching the STAR technique useful when answering this question.
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Please note that your answers will be used for interview selection
Environment Agency teams work in partnership with internal and external customers to provide rapid and effective responses to achieve environmental outcomes
Describe how you have dealt with dealing with third party material as part of the disclosure process in a complex investigation.
What was the subject matter?
What was your approach?
What was the outcome?
You may find researching the STAR technique useful when answering this question.
Environment Agency teams work in partnership with internal and external customers to provide rapid and effective responses to achieve environmental outcomes
Describe how you have dealt with dealing with third party material as part of the disclosure process in a complex investigation.
What was the subject matter?
What was your approach?
What was the outcome?
You may find researching the STAR technique useful when answering this question.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.