Business area / Department People & Organisational Development
Agile/Fixed/Fixed Operational Agile
Grade E
Part/Full Time Full Time
Type of Contract Permanent
Level of Welsh language ability required? 1
Interview Date 12 October 2026
Closing Date 05/10/2026, 23:55
Job Advert Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a HR Officer in People Services supporting the Ceredigion divisional managers in the effective management of staff and ensuring people related issues are dealt with in line with Force Policy and best practise.
What you will be doing?
- To be responsible for the development and updating of Human Resources document management systems ensuring information can be accessed by colleagues as appropriate.
- To provide support to line managers dealing with people related issues, including attendance and performance, misconduct (police staff), fairness at work, organisation change and recruitment and selection.
- Support the Resource Management Group (RMG) ensuring establishment & workforce data accurately reflects local changes.
As one of four divisional HR officers, you will work alongside leaders and teams who serve their communities every day and have a real and lasting impact. Supporting a dedicated division of police officers and police staff, you’ll be at the heart of a fast-paced people-focused environment where the work is challenging, varied and genuinely meaningful.
What can you expect?
- All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
- 24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays
- Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)
- Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
- Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.
- Staff Support Networks
- Flexible working opportunities
- Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
- Sick pay provisions
- All candidates are subject to vetting and medical checks.
Diversity and Welsh language
Dyfed Powys Police are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We believe that we will benefit from the variety of thinking, approach, and skills that diversity can bring; all of which helps us to deliver a better policing service.
We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious beliefs.
Find out if you’re eligible for Positive Action here.
We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Information point:
If you require any further information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact: recruitment@dyfed-powys.police.uk
Or attend our weekly drop-in recruitment event, Wednesday @ 11am - 11:30am here.
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Dyfed Powys Police is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With benefits such as flexible working opportunities, access to on-site gyms, and generous leave entitlements, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while serving their communities in a diverse and inclusive environment.
