Cambridgeshire Constabulary
Communications Data Investigator - SPOC
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Cambridgeshire Constabulary Police Staff Permanent Full Time Authorities & Standards Headquarters, Huntingdon, Cambs SO1 £37,020 Call Out/ Standby 37
Are you ready to embark on a new adventure? The Covert Authorities Bureau are on the lookout for 5 enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as Communications Data Investigators.
The department processes all applications under Part 3 of the Investigatory Powers Act (IPA) 2016 in relation to Cambridgeshire Constabulary and ERSOU Regional Teams. You will be involved in the quality assurance of communications data applications prior to their submission to the Investigatory Powers Commissioners Office (IPCO). You will receive results and update applicants as well as provide advice and training inputs to departments where required. You will be expected to liaise with other partners, internally and externally including other SPOC units and the College of Policing.
You will be working in a small busy team in a challenging but rewarding role where you will play an important part in protecting and safeguarding individuals. There will be a requirement for some shift and weekend working. Full training will be provided and you will need to attend an accredited SPOC course at the College of Policing. You will be expected to keep up to date with industry updates as part of your continuous professional development.
The Successful Applicant Will Be Able To Demonstrate
- The highest level of personal integrity
- High motivation with excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to work accurately with close attention to detail
- Good IT skills
- Decisiveness and a proactive and inquisitive mindset
- A sound knowledge of IPA
- The ability to work both independently and, as part of the team
- Successful candidates will be required to undertake and pass vetting to ‘SC’ and ‘MV’ level (essential)
- A good knowledge of internet and social media communications apps
- Required to attend and pass the National Communications Data Investigator (SPOC) course and to attain and maintain a level of expertise when they become an effective member of the team.
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Responsibilities
- Processing applications for communications data.
- Ensuring Cambridgeshire Constabulary remains compliant with relevant legislation by quality assuring applications prior to submission to IPCO.
- Providing advice, guidance and training inputs to officers and staff.
- Application of the force policy in relation to the management of communications data including its review, retention and disposal.
- Liaison with other partners both internally and externally.
- Preparation and involvement in yearly compliance inspections conducted by the Investigatory Powers Commissioners Office (IPCO).
If you think this could be the role for you, we encourage you to submit an application.
For further details on the role, contact Alison Sutton via email: alison.sutton@cambs.police.uk
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Internal Applicants
To apply for this role, internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period. If you qualify as an internal candidate within the advertising force, you may upload either your CV or the internal role summary form attached to this advert.
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Vetting Process
Please note that, as part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager for a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18). Examples of when this may apply include:
- Transferring to another force
- Renewing vetting clearance
- Moving into a role requiring MV clearance (even if you currently hold MV clearance)
- Moving into or working in a role involving close contact with vulnerable individuals
If any of the above apply to you, please expect your line manager to be contacted when you submit your vetting application.
Redeployment and Redundancy
This vacancy is open to employees at risk of redundancy and will remain available to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed and accepted. Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. If successful, redeployees will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions.
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Commitment to Inclusion
As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves. We provide workplace adjustments wherever needed so that all colleagues can thrive. If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under the Offer an Interview Scheme.
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