WEST MIDLANDS POLICE JOB DESCRIPTION POST TITLE: Chief Firearms Instructor Band E LPU/DEPARTMENT: Operations Firearms Unit RESPONSIBLE TO: Chief Superintendent Operations Department RESPONSIBLE FOR: Sergeant, Constable and Police Staff Firearms Instructors; Business Support Manager; Armourer. AIM OF JOB: Management of the Firearms Training Unit in WMP. Management of training for all AFOs & Firearms Commanders VETTING LEVEL: SC level MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MANAGING STAFF ▪ Manage and develop staff within the unit. ▪ Manage Policy Compliance Unit. ▪ Maintain an awareness of staff welfare needs. ▪ Monitor the supervision of officers and police staff receiving training. ▪ Monitor the delivery of training. ▪ Manage staff performance ,ensuring that annual and interim meetings take place and objectives are agreed and actioned. ▪ Identify strengths, weaknesses and training needs. ▪ Implement and monitor the West Midlands Police Equal Opportunities Policy with regard to managing staff and provision of services. 1 | P a g e Version 1.2 April 2015 ADMINISTRATION ▪ To oversee the collation and production of performance and statistical returns. ▪ To be responsible for the management of devolved budgets. ▪ To represent the force at local, regional and national conferences where applicable to the post holder ▪ To provide reports and comprehensive working papers including making recommendations for improvements or amendments to systems within the department. ▪ Plan and prepare annual Firearms Training plan. ▪ Ensure compliance with College of Policing Firearms Training Licensing requirements and submission of annual Quality Assurance Management Systems documentation. ▪ Evaluate all firearms refresher training. Signing of all Risk Assessments. ▪ Evaluate all firearm training - new learning ▪ Process paper work and maintain records of training given utilising computer data base system JML Chronicle. ▪ Prepare reports for Command Team and Operations Leadership Team. ▪ Ensure that Health and Safety requirements are compiled with. ▪ To promote and comply with Business Continuity Management as it affects WMP in relation to planning and service delivery in compliance with the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 ▪ To comply with the requirements of WMP's policies on Drug and Alcohol testing – requirements in respect of specific posts/ roles are described in the policies which are available on the Force Intranet. DEALING WITH PEOPLE ▪ Frequently required to negotiate and influence at a senior level internally and externally to the organisation. ▪ Manage police and police staff. ▪ Interview applicants for posts within the department. ▪ Interview applicants for firearms courses and review their suitability throughout, and deliver training to those officers selected. ▪ Liaise with LPUs and Departments within WMP. ▪ Liaise with outside agencies. ▪ Liaise with other forces, National Training Centres and College of Policing National Working Groups. ▪ Attend and represent WMP at regional and national conferences and meetings. ▪ To promote and comply with WMP's policies on equal opportunities and health and safety both in the delivery of services and the treatment of others. ▪ Attend National High Risk Tactical Advisory Meetings ▪ Attend National Counter Terrorist Specialist Firearms Officer Group Meetings. ▪ Take part in contract negotiations with external suppliers for the purchase of equipment including weaponry, ammunition and kit. OPERATIONAL DUTIES ▪ Carry out duties as Force Post Incident Manager and provide support, advice and assistance to firearms operations and OFU inspectors. ▪ To take necessary steps to ensure staff are fully trained, understand and apply relevant Force processes and procedures in relation to the collection, recording, evaluation and/or shared of information in compliance with the Code of Practice on Management of Police Information 2005, Data Protection Act 1998, and the Freedom of Information Act 2005 as appropriate. ▪ Chair or take a lead role on local, regional and national conferences and meetings. 2 | P a g e Version 1.2 April 2015 OTHER RESOURCES ▪ Ensure the maintenance and upkeep of the Firearms Training Complex. ▪ Manage the Armoury based at Park Lane in line with College of Policing Licensing requirements. ▪ Ensure the safe storage and maintenance of weapons and ammunition, and the security of the firearms complex. ▪ Ensure the maintenance of vehicles and all other equipment allocated to the training unit. ▪ Perform the role of National Armed Policing Expert when called upon by National Armed Policing- Representation during court proceeding i.e. Inquests or Trials following police shootings. POLICY/PLANNING ▪ Provide Firearms Training data and policy for the annual Armed Policing Strategic Firearms Threat and Risk Assessment. ▪ Represent the force at strategic and national firearms meetings. ▪ Devise and update working practice within the department including range safety. ▪ Devise means of income generation. ▪ Have responsibility for sign off of risk relating to firearms elements of national exercising taking place in WMP force area. SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS AND ABILITIES ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Uses legal knowledge to good operational Knowledge of training and assessment styles effect e.g. Armed Policing Authorised and methods. Professional Practice document. Detailed knowledge of the National Police Firearms Training Curriculum. Detailed knowledge of WMP operational procedures. Knowledge of firearms tactics and tactical Knowledge of full range of firearms tactics options. available to UK policing. Knowledge of principles of various types of firearms and their use. Knowledge of the management of firearms incidents. Knowledge of force policy on firearms responsibilities. Ability to confidentially interact with senior officers and leaders. 3 | P a g e Version 1.2 April 2015 TRAINING /EXPERIENCE REQUIRED ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Must be or have been in the last 5 years an Accredited in advanced firearms tactics and Authorised Firearms Officer. specialisms. Must be a current and accredited National A1/Training Assessment and Quality Assurance Firearms Instructor. Assessor qualified. Minimum of two years’ experience in the role of Chief Firearms Instructor within the last 12 Level 3 Award in Education & Teaching. months. Must have experience at supervisory level in a Firearms Team environment. Competence in Health and Safety Management (Minimum: IOSH trained). Ability to work without supervision. This job description records the principal responsibilities of the job at the date shown. The job description will be updated from time to time in conjunction with the post holder to reflect changes. 4 | P a g e Version 1.2 April 2015 Middle Manager (Chief Inspector / Inspector and police staff middle manager) Serving the public Demonstrates a real belief in public service, focusing on what matters to the public and will best serve their interests. Ensures that all staff understand the expectations, changing needs and concerns of different communities, and strive to address them. Builds public confidence by actively engaging with different communities, partners and stakeholders. Identifies the best way to deliver services to different communities. Understands partners' perspectives and priorities, and works co-operatively with them to deliver the best possible overall service to the public. Leading change Positive about change, adapting to changing circumstances and encouraging flexibility in others. Identifies and implements improvements to service delivery, engaging people in the change process and encouraging them to contribute ideas. Finds more cost-effective ways to do things, taking an innovative approach to solving problems and considers radical alternatives. Asks for and acts on feedback, learning from experience and continuing to develop own professional skills and knowledge. Leading people Inspires people to meet challenging goals, maintaining the momentum of change. Gives direction and states expectations clearly. Talks positively about policing, creating enthusiasm and commitment. Motivates staff by giving genuine praise, highlighting success and recognising good performance. Gives honest and constructive feedback to help people understand their strengths and weaknesses. Invests time in developing people by coaching and mentoring them, providing developmental opportunities and encouraging staff to take on new responsibilities. Managing Performance Translates strategy into specific plans and actions, effectively managing competing priorities with available resources. Takes a planned and organised approach to achieving objectives, defining clear timescales and outcomes. Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and ensure maximum value for money is achieved. Demonstrates forward thinking, anticipating and dealing with issues before they occur. Delegates responsibilities appropriately and empowers others to make decisions. Monitors progress and holds people to account for delivery, highlighting good practice and effectively addressing underperformance. Professionalism Acts with integrity, in line with the values and ethical standards of the Police Service. Acts on own initiative to address issues, showing energy and determination to get things done. Takes ownership for resolving problems, demonstrating courage and resilience in dealing with difficult and challenging situations. Upholds professional standards, acting as a role model to others and challenging unprofessional conduct or discriminatory behaviour. Asks