An opportunity has arisen for the role of Civil Contingencies Officer within the collaborated Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Civil Contingencies Unit.
The role is based at Halsey Road Police Station in Kempston however the Post Holder will be expected to travel and work in different locations across the tri-force areas.
The role requires the individual to be highly motivated and work with minimal direct supervision.
The primary role of the post holder will be;
- To collaborate at Senior Management Level, internally and within partner agencies.
- To develop new and review existing Contingency Plans for the Forces embedding JESIP Principles.
- To propose, promote, develop, and implement internal training and exercises in Major Incident Procedures and response.
- Actively participate within Training & Exercise groups and processes.
- To maintain the development of a robust Casualty Bureau function for the Force in liaison with the HOLMES Managers and Regional Casualty Bureau Co-ordinator.
- Monitor all incidents that occur that include the activation of a relevant plan or process.
- Monitor Major Incident Equipment held by individual Forces to ensure that the equipment is of a good standard.
- Monitor and review the Mobile Telephony Privileged Access Scheme (MTPAS) issue of telephony within each Force.
- To support the Business Continuity Officer.
Applicants will need to meet the following entry requirements;
- A degree/diploma in Emergency and Disaster Management or completion of Cabinet Office Emergency Planning Courses (basic) would be of great advantage.
- The role holder will require proven aptitude in written and verbal communications, including the ability to represent the Forces and to build and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels and from diverse backgrounds. The role holder will be required to ‘lecture’ and ‘facilitate’ during Major Incident training sessions and exercising of plans.
- The role holder will also be required to be ‘the voice of authority and knowledge’ in all aspects of emergency planning or response, whilst participating in multi-agency meetings, or in support of Strategic or Tactical Commanders during relevant incidents. They will also be required to ‘chair’ such meetings as necessary.
- It is desirable that the role holder has previous experience of writing, implementing, and exercising Contingency plans, and has a good working knowledge of I.T. applications, being computer literate.
- The role holder will be required to attend and successfully complete relevant training courses both internally and externally, as required.
- The role holder should have a good knowledge and understanding of Police Command structures and organisation, and the principle of Integrated Emergency Management.
For the purposes of the application you will be expected to provide evidence against the personal qualities below and the entry requirements (see attached role profile):
- We deliver, support and inspire
- We take ownership
- We analyse critically
- We are collaborative
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To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds with a range of professional and life experiences so that we are truly representative of our communities.
Why work for Cambridgeshire Police?
We have gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then we are the force for you.
Benefits include:
• Access to the local government pension scheme (police staff) or Police pension scheme (Police officers) including career average, employer contributions and death in service.
• Paid leave days depending on force and length of service (police staff - 24 to 33 days, police officers 22 to 30 days).
• Paid sick leave of six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
• Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Carers and discretionary leave.
• Flexible working arrangements including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job share, annualised hours and agile working (depending on role requirements).
• Gym facilities, weekly yoga classes, exercise classes, squash facilities, exercise space etc. are available (depending on location).
• Each force has its own sports or sports and social club, offering discounts, trips, and events.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access to Blue Light Card providing discounts to Emergency Services on the high street and online.
• Access to Police Mutual providing financial support including savings plans, insurance, breakdown cover, loans and independent financial advice.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Various support groups including Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Support Group, Christian Police Association (CPA), Disability Awareness Network (DAWN), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual & transgender (LGBT+), Menopause Action Group, Police Chaplains.
• Access to a Trade Union (UNISON)/Staff Association (Federation).
• The Backup Buddy Police Support app is designed to help with mental health issues and gives practical advice and support as well as a range of podcasts.
• Opportunities for development and further study including Further You Talent Management, Be You BCH Senior Leadership Programme, and supervisory leadership workshops.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT+ communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.
All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.
Flexible Working
All requests for flexible working patterns will be considered and will be dependent on the role.
Recruitment and Selection Policy
Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.
Police Barred and Advisory Lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.
Vetting and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.
Additional Advert Information
- Internal Applicants
To apply for this role, internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period.
If you qualify as an internal candidate within the advertising force, you may upload either your CV or the internal role summary form attached to this advert.
- Vetting Process
Please note that, as part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager for a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18).
Examples of when this may apply include:
- Transferring to another force
- Renewing vetting clearance
- Moving into a role requiring MV clearance (even if you currently hold MV clearance)
- Moving into or working in a role involving close contact with vulnerable individuals
If any of the above apply to you, please expect your line manager to be contacted when you submit your vetting application.
- Redeployment and Redundancy
This vacancy is open to employees at risk of redundancy and will remain available to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed and accepted.
Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. If successful, redeployees will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions.
- Role Profile
We recommend downloading and saving a copy of the role profile, as it will no longer be accessible once the advert closes.
- Commitment to Inclusion
As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves. We provide workplace adjustments wherever needed so that all colleagues can thrive.
If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under the Offer an Interview Scheme.
