Senior Scrutiny and Assurance Manager

£41,517 – £49,134 depending on experience. Permanent. Full-time.

We are looking to recruit a new role to join an innovative and ambitious team to support the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) in holding the force to account in their provision of an effective and efficient police service, through scrutiny and assurance activity.

The PCC has wide ranging responsibilities for setting the priorities and budget of the Constabulary as well as holding the Chief Constable to account for delivery of the Police and Crime Plan.

The PCC also has wider responsibilities across Criminal Justice System, community safety and commissioning a wide range of services for both victims and offenders in order to support delivery of the Plan.

Main responsibilities

To support the Police and Crime Commissioner in holding the force to account in their provision of an effective and efficient police service, through scrutiny and assurance activity.
To manage a high quality, customer focussed service to members of the public contacting the PCC.
To support the PCC in discharging their statutory functions as identified in legislation, including regarding complaints, FoI and DSAR and Misconduct Hearings and Police Appeals Tribunals.

How to apply

If you are interested in the role, please complete the application form (PDF) by 5 September at noon.

Selection days will be held week commencing 19 September 2022.

The OPCC has a hybrid working approach that incorporates blended office and home working.

The OPCC has a strong focus on employing people that best fit with the ethos and culture of our team and are looking for someone that will embrace our values of Openness, Partnership, Compassion and Courage.

Start dates will have some flexibility, however we would like to have these positions covered as soon as possible.

Please contact the OPCC if you have any queries on PCCRecruitment@avonandsomerset.police.uk