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IT Principal Engineer (3 Posts)

Location: Flexible

Grade 9: £51,569

Ref No: R296/20/2

‘Principal Engineers will be at the heart of the ICT Network and Unified Communications Infrastructure team and will play a key role in defining and delivering the best in class ICT to Police Scotland and the Scottish Police Authority’.

Head of ICT Infrastructure, Glasgow

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 3 Principal Engineers to provide the strongest technical skills and troubleshooting in theHead field of of ICT Unified Infrastructure, Communications Glasgow , whilst leading the Technology team which keeps Police Scotland and Scottish Police Authority at the pinnacle of ICT provision in line with published strategies to support the needs Benefits Package Includes: of both organisations. - Competitive salary and guaranteed You will be valued for your contribution in allowances terms of having a strong focus on driving - Local Government Pension Scheme the ICT response to problem solving, along with the ability to clearly communicate the - 28 days annual leave and 6 public results of problem analysis to business holidays on appointment stakeholders, IT support teams, and - Wide range of family friendly policies network providers to quickly and effectively resolve operational issues. - Employee Assistance Program You will work in harmony with - Access to range of staff associations organisational goals, relevant legislation and ICT strategies under the direction of - Scottish Police Recreation Association the Infrastructure Manager and the Head of IT Infrastructure. - Scottish Police Credit Union

- Staff uniform (where applicable) As a successful Principal Engineer, you will have a Degree or equivalent industry - Cycle 2 Work Scheme - Childcare Vouchers OFFICIAL

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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.

Please note, a Driving license is essential for this role.

These full time posts are permanent and require Management Vetting and Security Clearance Vetting. You will work 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00 The following competencies at Level 2 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

Please refer to the relevant competencies when completing your application form

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

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

- Competitive salary - 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 - Staff uniform (where applicable) - Cycle 2 Work Scheme

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.

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The Scottish Police Authority 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.

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.

For an application form, please Visit: https://www.scotland.police.uk/recruitment/police-staff/current-vacancies/ and you will find an Application Form under the ‘Supporting Documents’ section.

Please send your completed application form and E&D form to: E-mail: [email protected] using the reference number R296/20/2

Closing Date: Thursday 10th June 2021 by 12noon

Interview Date: To be advised

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

Our Focus: Keeping people safe.

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