Job Description
ABOUT THE JOB
Contribute to the development of the Insight and Engagement function within Strategy, Insight and Innovation in Police Scotland.
Design and undertake research and survey analysis for Police Scotland, including qualitative and quantitative approaches.
Interpret complex data sets and translate into strategic and practical insights for informing Executive decision-making, policy and practice across all areas of policing.
ABOUT YOU
You will be educated to HNC level or equivalent, with knowledge of SPSS and/or other statistical analysis and social research tools and knowledge of NVivo and/or other tools for analysis of qualitative data.
You will have experience of preparing detailed research reports, of using insight, analytical and problem solving skills to resolve strategic and operational challenges, of pro-actively engaging internally and externally in order to collate and then present findings both in writing and verbally and the ability to support and guide the work of a number of work streams.
This full time role is fixed term for up to 6 months and will require Standard Recruitment vetting. You will work 35 hours a week, Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00.
This full time post is permanent and will require Standard Recruitment Vetting. You will work 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00.
The following competencies at level 1 will be used for the selection process:
We are emotionally aware
We take ownership
We are collaborative
We deliver, support and inspire
We analyse critically
We are innovative and open minded
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary and guaranteed allowances
- Annual salary increments
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays on appointment
- Wide range of family friendly policies
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to range of staff associations
- Scottish Police Recreation Association
- Scottish Police Credit Union
- Cycle to Work Scheme
INTERVIEW GUARANTEE
The Scottish Police Authority / Police Scotland is committed to positive action in the recruitment and selection of people with disabilities. We guarantee an interview to any applicant who has a disability, as defined under the Equality Act 2010, and who meets the essential criteria for the post. Please regard this as an opportunity to let us help you. Tell us of any aspects which could present difficulties and any suggestions for overcoming these.
RESIDENCY AND ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UK
Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions. You should also have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years immediately prior to application.
TO APPLY
Please visit the Police Scotland Career Site for Job Reference Number – 1944
Salary: £28,625.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 1944