At a Glance
- Tasks: Process covert authority applications and ensure compliance with legislation and best practices.
- Company: Cleveland Police, dedicated to community safety and diversity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent contract, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Full-time role with potential on-call duties and excellent career progression.
- Why this job: Play a vital role in law enforcement and support innovative covert techniques.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 33603 - 39276 £ per year.
Applications are invited for the post of Covert Authorities Coordinator within the Crime and Justice Service Unit, Covert Standards Team. This is a critical role supporting the Covert Authorities Manager to ensure all covert authorities are correctly authorised in line with legislation, policy, and best practice. You will also deputise for the Manager during periods of absence.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, assess, and process covert authority applications, renewals, and revocations.
- Ensure compliance with legislation, codes of practice, and force policy.
- Provide tactical guidance on covert techniques and emerging technologies.
- Support IPCO inspections and deliver covert authorities training.
- Maintain secure filing systems and administer databases for sensitive information.
- Act as Professional Applicant for covert authorities when directed.
- Undertake SPOC training and support on-call duties for resilience.
This role covers a working pattern of Mon-Fri, standard office hours with the possibility of occasional requirement to work outside of these hours as part of an on-call rota.
If you would like to discuss the role further please contact Covert Authorities Manager, Rebecca Driscoll on Rebecca.DRISCOLL2@cleveland.police.uk.
Application forms should be completed no later than 23:55 on the 23rd August 2026. Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 21st September 2026. Please note that these dates are subject to change.
Cleveland Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. All appointments will be made on merit.
Regardless of the applicant, this role is on current Cleveland Police Terms and Conditions as per Police Staff Council.
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