Cambridgeshire Constabulary
PNC and Business Service Specialist - Herts
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PNC and Business Service Specialist - Herts
PNC and Business Services Specialist – Permanent Full-Time Role
Location: Bedford Borough Hall, Chord Park, Letchworth Grade/Salary: A3 – £28,071 per annum (pro rata) hours: 37 per week
About the Role
The Information Management Department (IMD) at Bedfordshire Constabulary, Cambridgeshire Constabulary, and Hertfordshire Constabulary (collectively known as BCH) brings together key support functions such as Organisational Support. This role as a PNC and Business Services Specialist will focus on updating and interrogating national databases, providing vital support to crime reduction, prevention, and safeguarding efforts across BCH.
The PNC (Police National Computer) compliance is integral to operations, requiring meticulous adherence to the PNC Code of Practice. As a specialist, you will conduct investigative searches across multiple systems, foster accuracy in data handling, and deliver business services to meet organisational needs.
Terms of Work
- Permanent full-time
- Standard working pattern:
- Two weeks: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- One week: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Working weeks: Mon–Fri
Job Responsibilities
- Database Maintenance: Ensure the Police National Computer (PNC) and relevant systems adhere to national standards for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
- Crime Prevention: Deliver accurate data-facilitated intelligence supporting crime reduction and investigation.
- Investigative Support: Lead searches of PNC and collaborative databases to assist in operational process.
- System Utilisation: Leverage national and local data resources to support investigative and administrative functions.
- Compliance Focus:
- Maintain adherence to the PNC Code of Practice
- Deliver timely, accurate submissions to meet internal effectiveness targets
- Core Business Operational Support:
- Perform additional business services as directed by organisational needs.
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About the Department
The Information Management Department (IMD) is a collaborative hub aligning Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire within BCH. Your role sits within this dynamic structure, linking to:
- Police operations
- Data-driven decision-making
- Information Safety protocols
- Inter-agency collaboration
Applicant Information
External Applicants
To apply, all external candidates must submit the following via the online recruitment portal:
- Your CV – updated and excluding personal details (e.g. dates of birth, address).
- A statement of no more than 500 words addressing the minimum entry requirements specified in the Role Profile.
Please ensure privacy considerations are observed.
Shortlisting Requirement: If shortlisted, you’ll be asked to provide evidence against the Competency and Values Framework (CVF) and demonstrate alignment with minimum role criteria.
Internal Applicants
If redeploying internally due to potential redundancy:
- Must have completed probationary periods.
- Submit either:
- Your CV (excluding personal details), or
- The Internal Role Summary Form attached to this advert.
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Vetting Process
The BCH Vetting Unit may contact your current managers for a Supervisor Appraisal to comply with Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18). This may apply if you are:
- Transferring to another police force.
- Renewing, updating, or applying for MV clearance (verified Policing grade).
- Moving to a Vulnerable Persons’ or Confidential data role.
Managers will be contacted if relevant during the application process.
Redeployment Policy
This vacancy is open to:
- Employees currently at risk of redundancy.
- Redeployees (must confirm eligibility through their home force).
Priority will be given to redeployees throughout the process unless superseded by permanent or fixed-term employees. Successful redeployees will retain their usual home force’s terms and conditions.
Role Profile
Further specific competency requirements, qualifications and skills matrices are detailed in the Role Profile.
- Save a copy of the profile for future reference as it may no longer be accessible after advert closing.
Employer Commitment to Inclusion
Disability Confident Leader:
Hertfordshire Constabulary embraces all applicants without discrimination.
- Inclusive Culture: Everyone’s talents and contributions are valued.
- Reasonable Adjustments: Available to support colleagues with disabilities.
- Offer an Interview Scheme: Eligible applicants with disabilities who meet minimum criteria are guaranteed an interview.
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