Detective Inspector DSU Controller

Force - Sussex Police

Division / Department - Specialist Crime

Status - Full Time or Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Contract Type - Permanent

Rank - Detective Inspector

Location - Forcewide

Chief Constables' Message: We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe. We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you. We wish you all the very best with your application.

The Role and Key Responsibilities:

• SCC Intelligence have a vacancy for a substantive Detective Inspector on the Dedicated Source Unit (DSU). This is a covert role.
• DSU recruit and manage Covert Human Intelligence Sources (CHIS) to support the Force Intelligence Requirements in targeting divisional and serious and organised crime.
• As a DSU Controller you will be expected to manage the recruitment and the ongoing welfare and security of CHIS and staff to obtain information in support of National, Force and Divisional priorities.
• You will also be responsible for interacting with the Division in order to understand and support their policing objectives.
• You will be responsible for the release of intelligence material through to direct liaison with CPS around potential PII and mitigation Issues.
• A flexible approach to working hours is required although core hours of work are 0800hrs - 1600hrs, Monday to Friday.
• You will be required to be part of the DSU on call rota (1 in 4 weeks which is subject to change) and includes weekends and Bank Holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise all aspects of the day-to-day activities of the DSU ensuring that the highest levels of integrity and ethical behaviour are established and maintained at all times.
• The role involves operating in a covert environment and requires liaison with local, regional and national units and partner agencies.
• Manage staff within the DSU, providing support in achieving personal and professional objectives as needed, to enable them to meet key performance indicators of the Unit and Division.
• To ensure that all activities comply with RIPA, the ACPO Manual on the Management of CHIIS and Force Policy.
• Ensure that appropriate tradecraft is deployed for both DSU staff and CHIS, ensuring compliance and training and operational guidelines.
• To be personally responsible, from the outset for the release of intelligence material with the correct grading, adherence to the principles of CPIA and all relevant legislation and policy, early liaison with prosecutors in relation to potential PII issues and subsequent liaison with prosecuting authorities regarding sensitive disclosure issues.
• To participate in strategic and tactical tasking to ensure that DSU activity is driven by divisional, force and national strategies.
• Prepare and deliver briefings and presentations as required and represent DSU at appropriate forums.
• Monitor DSU performance management data and prepare monthly reports when required, to ensure standards are monitored and addressed.

Skills & Experience:

• The post is open to substantive Detective Inspectors (PIP 2 qualified).
• Applicants will need to be able to show knowledge and skills of the following:
• Problem Solving.
• People Management.
• Strong and Intrusive Leadership.
• Good written and oral communication.
• CHIS Handler / controller accreditation or a willingness to attend a national course away from Sussex and successful pass.
• Knowledge and experience within covert policing including surveillance.
• Experience in working with and around the sensitive Intelligence Process.
• Experience managing Covert Investigations / Developments and subsequent Public Interest Immunity (PII) issues.
• Knowledge of RIPA, CPIA and the CHIS Codes of Practice.
• You will also be expected to undertake and successfully pass enhanced vetting due to the covert nature of the role.
• Tenure for this position is a minimum of 24 months.

Why Work With Us?

What Sussex Police can offer you:

• National Salary plus £2,000 per annum South East allowance.
• 25 days per year annual leave, rising to 30 days (based on full time) a year depending on your length of service.
• Opportunity to progress through the ranks and/or specialise in an area of policing that interests you most.
• Highly competitive pension scheme.
• An Employee Assistance Programme for advice and counselling covering a range of health, well-being and lifestyle topics.
• Access to discounts, savings and cash back rewards including travel subsidiaries, an eye care scheme and more.
• Progressive approach to flexible working, enhanced maternity and paternity leave and potential for a career break (after two years’ service).
• Opportunities to join various support networks, staff associations and sports clubs.
• Access to subsidised gym (depending on location).

Further Information:

If you would like to discuss the roles further please contact us. We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service.

We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all. We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement. We are committed to being an anti‑racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti‑racist principles in both our organisation and our communities.

We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.

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