Data and Tools Lead

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Set the direction of the analysis strategy for the programme of work.

• Develop and implement data management policies and procedures and help drive the adoption of these data standards across the police service.

• Work closely with national partners and forces to improve data quality, consistency and usage.

• As a senior leader you will help teams to apply a range of techniques to analyse data and provide insight., We believe that a diverse workforce brings many benefits to the organisation including diversity of thought and improvements to the way we work internally and with partners and communities. We strive to be fully inclusive but we know there is more to do. We genuinely encourage people from all backgrounds and underrepresented groups to apply for this role.

We want to continually improve our recruitment processes and to remove any barriers to equal opportunities that could disadvantage those from particular backgrounds. In order for us to have the information to do this, we ask you to please complete the diversity section of the online application process. We use a blind shortlisting process and we hope that by using this method we will be able to promote greater diversity in our workforce and remove any subconscious decisions based on biases.

The College is committed to support the Greening Government Commitment and reducing our Environmental impact. We have a dynamic Environmental Management Plan in place which encompasses various objectives, including our pledge to reduce business travel. To support our green agenda we have, in phase one, installed Electric Vehicle Charging Points at our sites in Ryton (12 points) and Harperley Hall (4 points) alongside two at our Harrogate office. We encourage employees to become an Environment Champion to help with promoting and delivering our Environmental Management Plan. Our One Step Greener approach encourages all College staff to make small changes to create a better future for everyone.

Please note that in order to work for the College of Policing you must have the Right to Work in the UK with indefinite leave to remain. In addition, you will also be required to provide an address history in the UK for the preceding 5 years.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

o UK nationals

o nationals of the Republic of Ireland

o nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK

o nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)

o nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)

o individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020

o Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

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As our Data and Tools Lead you ll help us develop a team, who can understand and influence the national productivity data, diagnosis and performance landscape.

We are looking for someone with specific expertise and experience. You will have an established track record in data management, data analysis, and creation of tools and approaches. You will also have up to date knowledge of the policing environment. The ability to build constructive and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders is going to be vital to your success. Joining us at this early stage means we need you to be skilled at creating and developing a high performing team, bringing your collaborative and flexible style to the role.

You ll lead by example, championing ethics, integrity, and diversity in the workplace and across the police service. Building and leading a dedicated team will be crucial to delivering strategic objectives, as well as fostering a culture of continuous improvement and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across all activities. Excellent communication and people skills are a must., + A Level 7 qualification, or equivalent experience, in a relevant field, with extensive evidence of applying your knowledge.

Experience:

• Experience of working in a relevant specialist field at senior leadership level.

• Significant experience in data management, tools, analysis and approaches, working at a national level.

• Evidence of building constructive and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders including senior managers and partner agencies.

• Current policing knowledge and experience of policing/law enforcement environments.

Skills and knowledge:

• The ability to develop large scale Management Information systems and products.

Join us in making a tangible difference to policing productivity and effectiveness. If you re ready to take on a senior leadership role in transformative change and have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we want to hear from you.

Please note that this role requires NPPV3/SC vetting, arranged through the College, and regular travel.

Please see the attached job description which contains full details of the role.

Alongside your salary of £54,821, College of Policing contributes £15,881 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

The College is a great place to work. We’re passionate about our people and offer a wide range of benefits, including (but not limited to):

• Defined benefit pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%

• Up to 31.5 days holiday (this is in addition to 8 public holidays and 1 privilege day)

• Continued professional development and structured career paths

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

• Flexi-time (for certain grades)

• Benenden Healthcare

• National Dental Plan

• Discounts for on-line shopping

• Free employee support line

• Interest free season ticket loans

• Rewards and recognition scheme

• Learning and development tailored to your role.

• An environment with flexible working options.

• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.

We also have a number of thriving staff networks that provide the opportunity for advice, support and to drive change. A place to get your voice heard, share experiences and challenge our working practices to ensure equality of opportunity for all.

For more information about our benefits and staff networks, visit What we offer as an employer , College of Policing

Please ensure you return the attached secondment approval form either as an attachment when submitting your application or via email to recruitment@college.police.uk., o Name : College of Policing Recruitment Team

o Email : recruitment@college.police.uk

o Telephone : 07917554649

Recruitment team

o Email : recruitment@college.police.uk