INSPECTOR JOB PROFILE
POST TITLE/ RANK: Special Branch Detective Inspector - Head of Special Branch
DIRECTORATE: Protective Services
RESPONSIBLE TO: DCI Intelligence
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Delivery of Counter Terrorism Covert Intelligence
LOCATION: Defford To supervise investigations and to develop intelligence JOB PURPOSE: through research, interpretation and analysis in relation to the threat and risk posed by Counter Terrorism and Domestic Extremism matters across Force areas.
The post holder will have supervisory responsibility for following specialisms together with generic SB work.
• Source Handling (SB DSU) • Prevent • Intelligence receipt, assessment and development (FIMU/Intelligence development). • Protect and Prepare • Contest Plan Delivery • Support of regional and National CTP operations
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. To be responsible for the strategic and dynamic leadership of Special Branch Officers & Staff, developing and motivating them to drive performance in line with organisational priorities.
2. To assume daily functional responsibility for the unit, including management of their work, and advice as required on issues regarding recruitment, selection, development and the monitoring of performance standards
3. To a quality assure the creation of products that conduit between sensitive and non-sensitive intelligence.
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4. Supervise and lead the evaluation and development of new information and intelligence, maximising all investigative and evidential opportunities, prioritising in line the threat and risk posed by individuals and extremist networks.
5. To provide leadership during CT / DE operations through intelligence gathering and development activity.
6. To allocate and supervise enquiries, investigations and operations, working with partners to maximise investigative and evidential opportunities and effectively manage risk.
7. To provide advice and guidance to staff in other business areas on CT/DE, ensuring Police meet partnership and legislative responsibilities.
8. Proactively handle CHIS as a controller in line with National Standard Operating procedures and National guidelines. Working in partnership with security service partners.
9. Provide written and verbal briefings to Chief Officers and Partners up to Top Secret level
10. Manage the security, storage, access and retention of sensitive information up to Top Secret on behalf of the Chief Officers within the STRAP environment as the Alliance STRAPSO.
11. To undertake any other duties commensurate with the rank that may from time to time be determined.
The Post holder will be required to: Special Conditions:
• Undertake and pass MI5 Assessment Centre and all other specialist training provided for the relevant specialism. • Undertake continuous professional development and attend training courses where required. • Participate in ‘on-call’ duties where required.
Special Branch has a sensitive role in preventing crime and disorder arising from political and religious extremism and single issue protest. All members of Special Branch need to exercise discretion in publicly expressing views or opinions which could bring into question the impartiality of the department. This includes the use of social media. The post is full time working Monday to Friday but due to the nature of the role an acceptance of flexible working is required, this may involve weekend working, extended hours and extended working out of Force.
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Security level: Developed Vetting
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Serving the Public Demonstrates a real belief in public service, focusing on what matters to the public and will best serve their interests. Understands the expectations, changing needs and concerns of different communities, and strives to address them. Builds public confidence by talking with people in local communities to explore their viewpoints and break down barriers between them and the police. Understands the impact and benefits of policing for different communities, and identifies the best way to deliver services to them. Develops partnerships with other agencies to deliver the best possible overall service to the public.
Leading Change Positive about change, adapting rapidly to different ways of working. Flexible and open to alternative approaches to solving problems, and encourages flexibility in others. Constantly looks for ways to improve service delivery and value for money, making suggestions for change and encouraging others to contribute ideas. Takes an innovative and creative approach to solving problems.
Leading People Inspires team members to meet challenging goals, providing direction and stating expectations clearly. Acknowledges the achievements of individuals and teams by recognising and rewarding good work. Recognises when people are becoming demotivated and provides encouragement and support. Gives honest and constructive feedback to help people understand their strengths and weaknesses. Coaches and guides team members, identifying and addressing areas for development.
Managing Performance Understands the organisation's objectives and priorities, and how own work fits into these. Plans and organises tasks effectively to maintain and improve performance. Sets clear objectives and outcomes. Manages multiple priorities, thinking things through in advance, balancing resources and coordinating activity to complete tasks within deadlines. Knows the strengths of team members, delegating appropriately and balancing workloads across the team. Monitors delivery to ensure tasks have been completed to the right standard, and tackles poor performance effectively.
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Professionalism Acts with integrity, in line with the values and ethical standards of the Police Service. Takes ownership for resolving problems, demonstrating courage and resilience in dealing with difficult and potentially volatile situations. Acts on own initiative to address issues, showing a strong work ethic and demonstrating extra effort when required. Upholds professional standards, acting as a role model to others and challenging unprofessional conduct or discriminatory behaviour. Asks for and acts on feedback, learning from experience and continuing to develop own professional skills and knowledge. Remains calm and professional under pressure, defusing conflict and being prepared to step forward and take control when required.
Decision Making Gathers, verifies and assesses all appropriate and available information to gain an accurate understanding of situations. Considers a range of possible options before making clear, timely, justifiable decisions. Reviews decisions in the light of new information and changing circumstances. Balances risks, costs and benefits, thinking about the wider impact of decisions. Exercises discretion and applies professional judgement, ensuring actions and decisions are proportionate and in the public interest.
Working with Others Works co-operatively with others to get things done, willingly giving help and support to colleagues. Is approachable, developing positive working relationships and a good team spirit. Explains things well, ensuring instructions are understood and talks to people using language they understand. Listens carefully and asks questions to clarify understanding, expressing own views positively and constructively. Persuades people by stressing the benefits of a particular approach, keeping them informed of progress and managing their expectations. Is courteous, polite and considerate, showing empathy and compassion. Deals with people as individuals and addresses their specific needs and concerns. Treats people with respect and dignity, dealing with them fairly and without prejudice regardless of their background or circumstances.
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Knowledge:
• Understanding of the threat posed by extremism and the changing landscape of global terrorism. • A sound knowledge of Terrorism powers, legislation and application. • A sound knowledge of the intelligence model and intelligence led policing. Knowledge of MOPI policy, disclosure and information sharing principles. • Understanding of RIPA and general awareness of legislation around CHIS management. • Force policies appropriate to the role such as threats to life, wanted nominals, OCGM, IOM. • Previous experience within a policing intelligence environment with recent usage of intelligence systems. • Management of risk and compromise of intelligence. • Knowledge of intelligence systems and process • Knowledge of covert policing techniques • Knowledge of intelligence and investigation • Demonstrate an understanding of the current threats to national security.
Key Skills: • Proven supervision and leadership skills • Excellent written and oral communications skills. • Need to demonstrate an understanding of the referral process (CHIS.) • Planning and organising including the ability to work to tight deadlines. • The ability to negotiate with and influence others. • IT literate demonstrating experience of Windows based applications including Microsoft Office packages, with good keyboard skills evidencing the ability to learn and utilise new packages. • Strong Investigative skills with an ability to engage, personally and through partnerships, with the community. • The potential to undertake sensitive high profile enquiries with limited supervision and therefore exhibit high standards of integrity and professionalism
Section 1: Allowances Unsocial hours x Other allowances ( please specify ): Participation in ‘on call’ rota x thereby incurring Stand By Honoraria claims
Section 3: Security Level (see notes) Developed Vetting (DV) X
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Mandatory Training requirements Completion of National Special Branch Core Training X Programme. National Level 3 DSU Controllers Course STRAPSO Security Course MI5 Mangers Course
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