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Performance Officer

Flexible

Grade 6: £34,859

Ref No: R269/20

“This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Performance Officer to play a pivotal role in ensuring that the ICT function is delivering the effective services required to support our operational Policing colleagues in keeping the people of safe” David Gillen, ICT Lifetime Process Manager

Police Scotland’s ICT Department is embarking on an ambitious programme to implement a range of 'enabling' technologies in support of operational policing. We are looking to recruit a Performance Officer to support the delivery of a range of innovative developments, including National Integrated Command and Control System and the migration to the new Emergencies Services Network.

You will be valued for your contribution in Benefits Package Includes: terms of supporting the implementation of our ICT Strategy and Performance - Competitive salary and guaranteed allowances Management framework. You will play a - Local Government Pension Scheme pivotal role in developing our performance - 28 days annual leave and 6 public reporting framework, ensuring robust holidays on appointment performance information that supports our - Wide range of family friendly policies commitment to continuous improvement - Employee Assistance Program and strong governance. This will be a - Access to range of staff associations critical role in supporting the development - Scottish Recreation and progress reporting of the ICT elements Association associated with the - Scottish Police Credit Union Corporate Plan.You will work in harmony - Staff uniform (where applicable) with the organisational goals, relevant - Cycle 2 Work Scheme - Childcare Vouchers legislation and ICT strategies under the

direction of the ICT Lifetime Process

Manager and Chief Technology Officer.

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You must will be educated to HND/Degree level in an IT related subject. Where no formal qualification exists a minimum of 3 years demonstrable experience in performance, risk or project management as well as previous exposure to improving and maintaining balanced scorecards from a perspective relevant to the role as detailed on the Job Description is essential.

Additionally, you will have experience of managing internal/external stakeholders and possess excellent communication and planning skills, as well as experience of continuous improvement methodologies, tools and techniques. You will require to have significant proven experience in a similar role within an ICT function.

If you'd like the opportunity to work in one of the largest Public Sector ICT Departments in Scotland, and contribute to our ongoing transformation programme, please see the job description for a full list of role accountabilities, skills and experience required.

This full time post is Permanent and requires Management Vetting. You will work 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

The following essential competencies will be used for the selection process:

1. Respect for Diversity 2. Service Delivery 3. Personal Effectiveness 4. Effective Communication 5. Team Working 6. Problem Solving 7. Job Knowledge 8. Personal Awareness

Please refer to the relevant competencies when completing your application form.

Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Job Description.

Following the introduction of a new pay and reward model on 01 April 2019 some grading outcomes may be subject to change on conclusion of the job evaluation appeals process.

Individuals working, or applying for, a flexible working arrangement who wish to apply for this post will have their flexible working arrangement considered in line with current policy, as well as both personal and organisational needs. The Scottish and Police Scotland are committed to promoting a diverse workforce and to achieving and promoting an organisational culture where staff and officers are treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

To assist us to monitor the effectiveness of our equality and diversity practices, we would encourage you to complete and submit the Equality and Diversity monitoring form, which will be separated from your application form prior to the selection process. The information you provide will be treated as sensitive data under the Data Protection Act 2018.

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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.

Please send your completed application form and E&D form to: E-mail: [email protected] using the reference number R269/20.

Closing Date: Tuesday 9 March 2021 by 12noon

Interview Date: To be advised

Our Purpose: To improve the safety and well being of people, places and communities in Scotland.

Our Focus: Keeping people safe.

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