COMPUTER FORENSIC EXAMINER~E SAFETY HIGH TECH CRIME UNIT CRIME & JUSTICE COMMAND

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1 COMPUTER FORENSIC EXAMINER~E SAFETY HIGH TECH CRIME UNIT CRIME & JUSTICE COMMAND Ref 132/14 Location: Chester le Street Police Office Salary: Lower Grade Scale 5-21,309 to 23,277 Higher Grade Scale 6-24,036 to 26,658 Hours: Job type: Closing date: Qualifications: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Permanent The submission deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 4 th July, Once we have received a sufficient number of applications prior to the 4 th July 2014 no further forms will be accepted and the advert will be closed. Where appropriate a revised notice to this effect will then be published on the website. Applicants must have 4 GCSE s including English Language or Literature and Mathematics (Grade A B or C) or an approved equivalent. An individual who possess an equivalent e.g. NVQ must provide evidence of Math s and English. Applicants should be aware that this role involves the regular viewing of images containing the sexual abuse of children and other images of an extremely offensive and distressing nature. The successful applicant will be required to undertake the forensic examination and analysis of evidence from electronic based systems seized during investigations. They will ensure the continuity of all exhibits maintaining integrity throughout to prove or disprove the presence of criminal offences under investigation. There will be a requirement to compile extensive forensic findings of evidence reports and to present such evidence in a Court of Law. This is a career graded post. To progress to the Higher Grade you will be required to obtain the following in the first two years of the role; alongside the completion of a development portfolio: Attend and successfully complete the Core Skills in Data Recovery & Analysis Course at the College of Policing Attend and successfully complete the following courses at Guidance Software Encase Computer Forensics 1 & 2 Encase Computer Advanced Forensics Encase Examinations of Macintosh & Linux Operating Systems

2 Encase Examination of NTFS Encase Advanced Internet Examinations Attend and successfully complete the Foundations of Forensic Computing at De Montford University Leicester

3 Ref. 132/14 DURHAM CONSTABULARY JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: COMMAND: Computer Forensic Examiner E Safety High Tech Crime Unit Crime & Justice SCALE: Lower Grade Scale 5 Higher Grade Scale 6 RESPONSIBLE TO: JOB PURPOSE: Detective Sergeant (E Safety High Tech Crime Unit) The forensic examination and analysis of evidence from electronic based systems and devices ensuring continuity of all exhibits and maintaining integrity throughout to prove or disprove the presence of criminal offences under investigation. To compile extensive forensic findings of evidence reports and to present such evidence in a Court of Law Applicants should be aware that this role involves the regular viewing of images containing the sexual abuse of children and other images of an extremely offensive and distressing nature. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. The preparation and presentation of reports and criminal Justice act statements in support of these investigations. 2. To provide specialist and technical advice, assistance and support to investigating officers undertaking computer related investigations in relation to the interviewing suspects, witnesses and guidance to those planning searches of premises where computers are known or believed to be represent. 3. To advise and give guidance to investigating officers on responses to interviews exploring weaknesses and inconsistencies. 4. To assist in the execution of search warrants and provide advice on the correct methods of seizing and removing computer equipments. 5. To conduct investigations into network based systems and other criminal activity to secure evidence to arrest and convict those involved in computer related crime. 6. To attend Magistrates, Crown and Civil courts when required to present

4 evidence professionally and competently and produce any relevant documentary or physical exhibits as requested, ensuring integrity and continuity processes are observed and be subject to cross examination. 7. To attend regular mandatory counseling sessions as required. This is in relation to the viewing of images involving child sexual abuse and images of an offensive and distressing nature. 8. To provide training and guidance information to others within the organisation. 9. To liaise on a regular basis with other law enforcement and outside agencies. 10. To offer advice and guidance to public requests on computer crime related issues. 11. On occasions be prepared to work unsocial hours and overtime as required due to the exigencies of the organisation. 12. Keep the organisation up to date on developments and methods relating to the forensic recovery of digital evidence. The duties and responsibilities outlined above cannot encompass or define all tasks which may be required of the post holder. The outline of duties and responsibilities given above therefore may vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility and these factors are reflected in the grade applied to the post. (March 2014)

5 Ref. 132/14 DURHAM CONSTABULARY PERSON SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE: COMMAND: Computer Forensic Examiner (Lower Grade) Crime & Justice EMPLOYEE THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING ASSESSMENT CRITERIA Educational Attainment/ Professional Qualifications 4 G.C.S.E. levels (Grade A to C) including English Language or Literature and Maths or an approved equivalent. Applicants not in possession of the minimum qualifications will be required to undertake the Personnel Test Battery Series and must achieve a pass in all three papers Sift/Test/Interview Work Experience At least 2 years previous administration experience Knowledge/Skills/Aptitudes Advanced numerical skills, e.g. the use of complex statistical and/or algebraic formulae, forecasting, use of alternative number systems including complex computer programs involving categorizing images/information using

6 statistical data Enhanced literacy skills, e.g. composing either original memos, letters, reports, or statement writing Enhanced keyboard skills, e.g. use of spreadsheets, inputting into database systems, etc. where accuracy is essential but speed is not a key demand Disposition Able to work under pressure to meet specific deadlines Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team Special Requirements To be of the highest integrity /Vetting To have a respect for diversity and be committed to the principles of equal opportunities

7 Ref. 132/14 DURHAM CONSTABULARY PERSON SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE: COMMAND: Computer Forensic Examiner (Higher Grade) Crime & Justice EMPLOYEE THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING ASSESSMENT CRITERIA Educational Attainment/ Professional Qualifications 4 G.C.S.E. levels (Grade A to C) including English Language or Literature and Maths or an approved equivalent. Applicants not in possession of the minimum qualifications will be required to undertake the Personnel Test Battery Series and must achieve a pass in all three papers Sift/Test/Interview Having obtained the following: Attend and successfully complete the Core Skills in Data Recovery and Analysis Course at the College of Policing Attend and successfully complete the following courses at Guidance Software (Providers of our proprietary Forensic Software

8 Encase) Encase Computer Forensics 1 Encase Computer Forensics 2 Encase Computer Advanced Forensics Encase Examinations of Macintosh and Linux Operating Systems Encase Examination of NTFS Encase Advanced Internet Examinations Attend and successfully complete the Foundations of Forensic Computing at De Montford University Leicester Work Experience At least 1 years previous technical experience including forensic examination of electronic data At least 2 years previous administration experience Knowledge/Skills/Aptitudes Advanced numerical skills, e.g. the use of complex statistical and/or algebraic

9 formulae, forecasting, use of alternative number systems including complex computer programs involving categorizing images/information using statistical data Enhanced literacy skills, e.g. composing either original memos, letters, reports, or statement writing Enhanced keyboard skills, e.g. use of spreadsheets, inputting into database systems, etc. where accuracy is essential but speed is not a key demand Disposition Able to work under pressure to meet specific deadlines Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team

10 Ref. 132/14 DURHAM CONSTABULARY CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT COMPUTER FORENSIC EXAMINER 1. SALARY Annual salary will be based on Scale 5 (Lower Grade) of the Police Staff Council and Scale 6 (Higher Grade) of the Police Staff Council :- 2. PENSION Lower Grade 21,309 21,963 22,617 23,277 Higher Grade 24,036 24,852 25,704 26,658 New employees will be automatically enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme. The successful applicant will have the right to opt out of the Pension Scheme once they have commenced employment 3. SICKNESS DECLARATION & MEDICAL SCREENING/ EXAMINATION This appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment medical screening. During these pre-employment checks the Constabulary requests sickness details from your previous employer(s). Following screening the successful candidate may be required to attend for a medical appointment. 4. ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave will be calculated on a pro-rata basis according to the number of hours worked per week. Annual leave for a full time employee (37 hours per week) will be a minimum of 26 days rising to a maximum of 31 days after 5 years continuous service.

11 The maximum entitlement of 31 days will also apply to those successful applicants who currently have 5 years continuous service as a member of Police Staff with a Police Authority; Scottish Joint Board; National Crime Squad; National Criminal Intelligence Service; Centrex; Police Service of Northern Ireland; non-home Office Forces; the Metropolitan Police or as a member of a Local Government Authority. The foregoing leave is in addition to normal public holidays. The annual leave year runs from 1 st January to 31 st December and those who commence employment during the year will be entitled to a proportion of the annual leave entitlement. 5. PERIOD OF NOTICE The appointment will be terminable by 4 weeks notice in writing on either side, subject to the provisions of the Employment Rights Act, PROBATIONARY PERIOD Substantive appointment is subject to a Probationary Period of six months, unless you are required to attend a training course that exceeds 4 weeks, then your probationary period will be extended accordingly. Included in your Probationary Period, are any training courses that you are required to pass. At the end of the Probationary Period, subject to satisfactory report, you will be transferred to the established staff. 7. TRAINING This is a career graded post. To progress to the Higher Grade you will be required to obtain the following in the first two years of the role; alongside the completion of a development portfolio: Attend and successfully complete the Core Skills in Data Recovery & Analysis Course at the College of Policing Attend and successfully complete the following courses at Guidance Software Encase Computer Forensics 1 & 2 Encase Computer Advanced Forensics Encase Examinations of Macintosh & Linux Operating Systems Encase Examination of NTFS Encase Advanced Internet Examinations Attend and successfully complete the Foundations of Forensic Computing at De Montford University Leicester

12 8. RETURN OF SERVICE/REFUND OF COURSE FEES If you do not serve for a minimum of 2 years with Durham Constabulary you may be required to refund the costs for any training courses undertaken which are deemed mandatory to your role. 9. OFFICIAL SECRETS ACTS Upon appointment with Durham Constabulary all employees will be subject to the provisions of the Official Secrets Acts, 1911, 1920 and 1989 and will observe secrecy in all matters that may come to their notice whilst in the performance of the duties allotted to them and will only divulge such matters if compelled by law or upon the instructions of the Chief Constable, or other supervisory officer. 10. POLITICAL RESTRICTIONS No member of the Durham Constabulary Police Staff may be a member of an organisation whose constitution, aims, objectives or pronouncements contradict the general duty to promote race equality. This specifically includes the British National Party, Combat 18 and the National Front. The Chief Constable is committed to creating a totally anti racist and inclusive police service and any membership of the above organisations will not be tolerated within Durham Constabulary. 11. ACCOMMODATION / LOCATION OF POST This post is based at Chester le Street. This location will be your normal place of work for the purpose of excess mileage or other such claims. However, the Force reserves the right to require you, on a temporary basis, to carry out any other duties or move to any other post appropriate to your grade, at any location within Durham Constabulary as business requirements indicate. Excess travelling will be paid. If you are required to move on a permanent basis, you will be required to do so only after a reasonable period of consultation and notice, which will take into account your reasonable personal requirements. Any additional reasonable travelling expenses which may incur as a result of any change of your place of work will be met by Durham Police Authority as per current Force Policy. 12. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY Durham Constabulary requires a respect for diversity, encourages and is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunities.

13 13. WORKING HOURS 37 hours per week based on working 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. This post is subject to the flexible work hours scheme. 14. JOB SHARE This post is considered suitable for job share. 15. TRAVELLING EXPENSES Expenses will not be paid for any part of the recruitment procedures. 16. OTHER CONDITIONS The other terms and conditions of appointment (including the conditions relative to annual leave and the payment of salary in case of sickness) will be in accordance with the regulations of the Chief Constable and the Conditions of Service for the Police Staff Council. 17. CANVASSING Canvassing, either directly or indirectly, is prohibited. 18. SMOKING POLICY Durham Constabulary operates a No Smoking policy. 19. CLOSING DATE The submission deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday 4 th July, Once we have received a sufficient number of applications prior to the 4 th July 2014 no further forms will be accepted and the advert will be closed. Where appropriate a revised notice to this effect will then be published on the website. 20. GENERAL Applications will not be acknowledged, and if you do not hear from us within six weeks you can assume that you have been unsuccessful. Should this be the case we would like to thank you for your interest in this post. 21. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS OR EMPLOYMENT Employees must devote their whole-time service to the work of the Authority and must not engage in any other business or take up any other employment without the written consent of the Chief Constable.

14 22. SELECTION PROCESS Where possible, specific dates for assessment (if applicable) and interview for this post have been identified and details are given below. Unfortunately, we are not always able to offer alternative dates. Interviews / assessment have been provisionally scheduled for early / mid July APPOINTMENT OFFER/ANTICIPATED DATE FOR FILLING THIS POST We hope to make a conditional offer of an appointment to this post approximately one month after the closing date. The appointment offer will be subject to satisfactory references, medical and security clearances. Should any clearances prove to be unsatisfactory we reserve the right to withdraw any offer of employment made. A starting date will be agreed following receipt of satisfactory clearances, taking into account notice periods required. This post will be filled as soon as practicable. Police Headquarters Aykley Heads Durham DH1 5TT