West Midlands Police
Disclosure Officer - DSU
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As this vacancy is currently being advertised internally, it is open to Police Staff, Volunteers, Specials, or Police Officers who are due to retire within the next four weeks. Should the vacancy be advertised externally in the future, agency/contract workers and casual workers will then be eligible to apply. All recruitment is delivered in line with our Recruitment Policy. Therefore, Police Staff on the alternative employment register (AER) will be prioritised ahead of any other candidates.
The dedicated disclosure team has full oversight of all disclosure requests summited where covert assets have been utilised in an investigation. Officers within the disclosure team are responsible for managing all such disclosure requests ensuring that the department’s disclosure obligations are properly discharged.
The team has responsibility for disclosure in both the criminal and civil arena. We work in partnership alongside other departments and partners including the Crown Prosecution Service.
The post is subject to successful completion of vetting to SC (Enhanced).
Key Responsibilities:
- Examining and registering disclosure requests on a database
- Review the associated case paperwork to understand the case to identify material originating from the department.
- Identify relevant Court dates by liaising with internal teams and the Crown Prosecution Service to establish time parameters.
- Examine intelligence related material and prepare disclosure schedules.
- Liaison with the internal and external partners including the CPS Prosecutor and Prosecution and Disclosure Counsel throughout the criminal justice stage to ensure documents are up to date at all times and the disclosure test continues to be met.
- Management of the review of unused material in response to Defence Case Statements.
- Delivering Disclosure Schedules. Disclosure Officer Reports and responses to matters raised within deadlines set by the CPS Prosecutor/Court.
- Attendance at Case Conferences as required.
- Support and advise other staff on all areas of disclosure work including parole hearings and civil matters.
- Any other duties commensurate with the role.
- Core duties are between office hours Monday to Friday but flexibility is essential.
Essential Skills:
- Proven experience of ability to research and analyse information.
- Be able to provide concise and accurate written reports, present data and form conclusions based on the information found.
- Demonstrate highly effective interpersonal communication skills: including verbal and written skills. The post holder will be articulate, methodical, conscientious and concise.
- Work effectively with minimum supervision whilst remaining team focussed. Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workloads and produce accurate work within tight deadlines.
- Ability to operate with the highest standards of integrity, discretion, confidentiality and aptitude to manage highly sensitive information within the Government Security Classification (GSC) and Security Policy Framework (SPF).
- Knowledge of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA), the National Intelligence Model (NIM) and NPCC Guidance on the Management of Police Information (MOPI).
- Knowledge of police systems and policing; current legislation, policies and procedures (e.g. GDPR, Human Rights Act).
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Desirable Skills:
- Experience of working within a covert intelligence role.
- Experience of working in an intelligence/information field.
- Experience of working with sensitive products and knowledge of sensitive and highly sensitive material, CPIA 1996.
Prospective staff/officers must be held to a higher standard of behaviour and accountability than members of the public, and that therefore their right to privacy can be fettered in certain circumstances. This is to ensure that members of the police are fully aware and accountable for the unique powers entrusted to them and the standards of professional behaviour they swear to uphold.
Selection Process
The selection process for this role will consist of the following elements:
- Initial application
- Shortlisting
- In-person interview
Probationary Policy:
Under the Probation Policy, if you are currently in your probation period, “during your probationary period you will not be permitted to apply for alternative police staff roles within the Force unless there are exceptional circumstances. In such cases, you would require the support of your line manager prior to applying for alternative roles, and if successful, your probationary period will start over.”- Policies - Probation Period (Police Staff) (wmpad.local) [https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://governance.sp.wmpad.local/Lists/Policies/DispForm.aspx?ID=165&data=05%7C01%7Cmohima.begum%40westmidlands.police.uk%7C8d0ca06f844c4d8bad4f08db1029d8b0%7C2b0f1af29e024cfb982fc61fd716ee98%7C0%7C0%7C638121544129164004%7CUnknown%7CTWlgZmxsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=grVHgwkjXgaLZMbdRkP3z7c/xxqlMEz062kyPka6SZc%3D%26reserved=0]
Important Information
Closing Date: 11/08/2026
Interview Dates: TBC
Vetting: Successful applicants will be required to pass Management Vetting and Security Clearance scrutiny prior to commencing their role, this will include a full background & financial disclosure as part of the vetting process.
Medical: Appointment to this role will be dependent upon you successfully passing medical checks, which may include a drug and hearing test.
Hours/Location: Office hours Monday to Friday but flexibility is essential.
Contact: For further information email careers@westmidlands.police.uk [careers@westmidlands.police.uk]
West Midlands Police is a Disability Confident Leader - the highest level an organisation can achieve under the scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions. As part of our commitment we operate a ‘Disability Confident Interview Scheme’ - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview.
It is important to note that there may be occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people who meet the essential criteria for the job. For example: in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. In these circumstances, the employer could select the candidates who best meet the essential criteria for the job, as they would do for non-disabled applicants.
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West Midlands Police is the second-largest police force in England, serving more than 2.9 million people across Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull and Walsall. Every day, our people work together to keep our communities safe, protect vulnerable people, prevent crime and bring offenders to justice.
We answer more than 2,000 emergency calls every day and provide policing 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether responding to emergencies, supporting victims, investigating crime or working behind the scenes, every role plays a vital part in delivering an outstanding service to the public.
We're proud of the progress we've made in reducing crime, improving emergency response times and increasing arrest rates. These achievements are only possible because of the dedication, professionalism and expertise of our officers, staff and volunteers. As we continue to transform the way we police, we're looking for talented people who are committed to making a real difference.
Why Join West Midlands Police?
A career with West Midlands Police is about more than a job, it's an opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of people. Whatever your role, you'll contribute to keeping our communities safe while developing your own skills and career.
When you join us, you'll benefit from:
- Meaningful work that makes a difference every day.
- A diverse range of career opportunities across policing and professional support services.
- High-quality training, development and opportunities to progress.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment where everyone is encouraged to achieve their potential.
- Competitive pay, generous annual leave, excellent pension arrangements and a wide range of employee benefits.
- The opportunity to work alongside dedicated colleagues who share a common purpose.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We believe that a diverse workforce helps us better understand and serve the communities we protect. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to succeed.
As a Disability Confident Leader, the highest level of the Government's Disability Confident scheme, we are committed to removing barriers to employment and supporting disabled applicants and employees throughout their careers. Through our Disability Confident Interview Scheme, applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for a role will normally be offered an interview, subject to the scheme's terms and any recruitment constraints.
Our Diversity and Inclusion Vision is to maximise the potential of people from all backgrounds through a culture of fairness, respect and inclusion, enabling us to deliver the best possible service to our communities.
Professional Standards
Working in policing is a position of trust. Our officers and staff are expected to demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and accountability. Successful applicants will be subject to appropriate vetting and are expected to uphold the ethical standards and responsibilities that come with serving the public.
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