ERSOU - ROCU - DCI - Threat Intelligence in Stevenage

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of Detective Chief Inspector – Threat Intelligence within our ROCU Command. Applications are invited from substantive Detective Chief Inspectors and Temporary Chief Inspectors with substantive rank taking priority on interview.

The role holder will undertake a wide variety of interesting work, and will have the opportunity to support the delivery of local, regional and national projects. Whilst duties will vary in nature and over time, an initial key responsibility will be to coordinate the delivery of Strategic Governance Groups into SOC Threat Areas, participated in and led by Chief Officers from the 7 Forces. Working to the SGG lead, the role holder will ensure the SGG Threat Areas are properly informed, support the development of 4P Plans, oversee the creation of tactical delivery groups, instigate projects and provide a link into national working groups, HMICFRS, partners etc.

The role holder will be required to work independently, be able to build relationships with senior officers, and produce briefings and communications to a wide audience. The role will have exposure to senior officer decision making and national projects. Having existing knowledge of SOC or CT issues would be an advantage.

The role will lead our effective and professional Intelligence Department as DCI Threat Intelligence, supporting the delivery of the Serious Organised Crime strategy in the East of England and the mission, vision, values of ERSOU.

ERSOU is currently underrepresented by officers from Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies and actively encourages applications from eligible officers within these forces.

ERSOU is funded by the seven police forces that make up the Eastern region, with Bedfordshire Police being the lead force. ERSOU is the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit, that oversees and delivers a regional level response to Serious and Organised Crime, and Counter Terrorism Policing for the Forces in the Eastern Region. ERSOU is made up of both Officers and Police Staff from across the entire region and works closely with the 7 Forces and National Partners.

Working for ERSOU presents a fantastic opportunity for you to learn and develop within a unique law enforcement community whose staff and officers are dedicated to protecting the public from the threat of terrorism and serious and organised crime. We are committed to building a leadership team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

We actively encourage applications from individuals who are currently underrepresented at senior levels, including women, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, disabled people, and those from LGBTQ+ communities. We value the unique perspectives and experience that diverse leadership brings and welcome candidates who can help us drive inclusive policing and community engagement.

Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo Management Vetting (5 years residency criteria) and Security Clearance (5 years residency criteria) or Development Vetting, if applicable, before taking up the post. Please be aware the Police Corporate Vetting Unit will undertake security vetting on successful candidates, their family and others that live at their home address, which will include financial checks. Due to the sensitive nature of these checks, we are not able to supply feedback should clearance be declined.

If you’re already married to, or cohabiting with, a person who isn’t a British citizen, you may still be eligible for employment at the discretion of the department. You should note however, that marriage to, or cohabitation with, a person who isn’t a British citizen after appointment may, in some circumstances, result in the withdrawal of security clearance and subsequent transfer to another department, or (if this is not possible or the officer does not wish to transfer) dismissal. Each case will be considered on its merits, considering the ties between the person involved and the United Kingdom.

All internal/external applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period to apply for this role. An interview will be required for all candidates who pass the paper sift.

As a Disability Confident leader, we take personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish. If you have a disability and you meet the minimum criteria for the position you are applying for, you will be entitled to an interview under the ‘Offer an Interview Scheme’.

Bedfordshire Police recognises the growing use of AI tools in preparing job applications. While these tools can support you in expressing your skills and experience more effectively, their use must align with the principles of honesty, integrity, originality, and personal accountability. We want to learn about you and your own personal experiences and how these make you suitable for the role, this will be assessed throughout the recruitment process including at interview, which AI cannot replace.