Superintendent - Force Authorising Officer

Force 1- Cambridgeshire Constabulary- Role Type 1- Transferee Campaign- Contract Duration 1- Permanent- Contract Type 1- Full Time- Department 1- Authorities and Standards- Location 1- Headquarters, Huntingdon, Cambs- Rank 1- Superintendent/ Detective Superintendent- Salary 1- £72,075 - £84,783Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.
- Hours / Week 1- 40- Competency and Value Framework (CVF) Level 1- 3- Closing Date
- 18/03/2024, 23:55
- Job Description 1The full role profile is attached but the key responsibilities include:

- Being responsible for staff and officers in the Covert Authorities Bureau, Communications Data Investigators Team and Dedicated Source Unit.
- Being responsible for ensuring that the use of covert intelligence gathering and enforcement activities is undertaken in a manner that is lawful, necessary and proportionate
- Maintaining knowledge of the legal requirements of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) 2000, Investigatory Powers Act 2016, the Police Act 1997 and Prison Act 1952.
- Maintaining detailed working knowledge of covert policing tactics, capabilities and limitations and ensure that the use of such tactics is not disclosed inappropriately
- Ensuring that all covert policing activity is undertaken in a manner compliant with relevant legislation
- Being responsible for oversight, scrutiny and risk management of Covert Human Intelligence Sources (CHIS).
- Authorising Use and Conduct Authorities for CHIS in compliance with national guidance and Codes of Practice
- Maintaining accurate and timely written records of surveillance, communications and CHIS authorities
- Conducting reviews, renewals and cancellations as required according compliance with relevant timeframes
- Ensuring that any errors are appropriately recorded and reported to IPCO
- Liaising with other Law Enforcement Partners in relation to the use of covert policing tactics
- Authorising HM Prison Service Authorities (OPT) and provide specialist advice where required

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

- Substantive Superintendent
- Ability to pass the College of Policing Authorising Officer’s Course (H6)
- Able to provide 24/7 on call capability (cover can be obtained during AL/other absences or extractions)
- Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of RIPA and IPA.
- Proven decision making abilities
- Able to demonstrate an ability to effectively manage high risk matters and investigations
- A working knowledge of investigative and intelligence procedures
- Knowledge and experience of covert tactics and techniques
- Strong standard of written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative
- Good interpersonal skills with internal personnel and external agencies

The role is based primarily but not exclusively in our HQ in Huntingdon.

**Additional Information**

**It is recommended that you download and store a copy of the role profile as this will no longer be available once the advert has closed.**

To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds with a range of professional and life experiences so that we are truly representative of our communities.

**Why work for Cambridgeshire Constabulary?**

We have gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.

If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then we are the force for you.

**Benefits include**:

- Access to the local government pension scheme (police staff) or Police pension scheme (Police officers) including career average, employer contributions and death in service.
- Paid leave days depending on force and length of service (police staff - 24 to 33 days, police officers 22 to 30 days).
- Paid sick leave of six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
- Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (dependent on service).
- Carers and discretionary leave.
- Flexible working arrangements including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job share, annualised hours and agile working (depending on role requirements).
- Gym facilities, weekly yoga classes, exercise classes, squash facilities, exercise space etc. are available (depending on location).
- Each force has its own sports or sports and social club, offering discounts, trips, and events.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Access to Blue Light Card providing discounts to Emergency Services on the high street and online.
- Access to Police Mutual providing financial support including savings plans, insurance, breakdown cover, loans and independent financial advice.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Various support groups including Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Sup