Vetting Officer

**Job description**

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent Vetting Assistant within the Vetting Unit, in Professional Standards.

The successful applicant will join a highly skilled and well-motivated team, who will process and administer various levels of vetting clearance for Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies through research and enquiries in accordance with the College of Policing Approved Professional Practice for Vetting and Code of Practice.

**It is essential that applicants meet the following criteria:

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1. Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to manage sensitive conversations
2. Ability to undertake research using various systems
3. Ability to undertake analysis and evaluation of information
4. Experience of accurate record keeping and ability to maintain data quality
5. Experience of documenting decision making and rationale for outcomes
6. Good organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
7. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

**It is desirable that applicants meet the following criteria:

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1. Demonstrate an understanding of vetting procedures as detailed in the College of Policing Approved Professional Practice
2. Have experience of working with confidential and sensitive information
3. Demonstrate and understanding of the National Decision-Making Model

**Benefits**
- 24 days holiday per year in addition to public holidays (rising to 29 days after five year’s service)
- Option of joining the local government pension scheme
- Option of joining the sports & social staff association and Unison and enjoying the benefits these provide
- Access to the Blue Light Card with 100s of discounts
- Paid-for training is available as is the opportunity to have mentoring, in a workplace where development is encouraged
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) A confidential service, available 365 days a year, 24/7, free of charge which can provide around the clock support and guidance to help you manage work and personal stressors, as well as support you through lifestyle changes
- Support Networks that provide information and opportunities to share experiences as well as offering advice and support to members
- A diverse, equal and inclusive workforce in an organisation that values its people
- And finally, but perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to make a difference to the communities of Norfolk and Suffolk

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,302.00-£31,755.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Work from home

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 96