Shape the policies that support policing across Nottinghamshire
Nottinghamshire Police is looking for a highly organised and motivated Policy Officer to join our Governance & Assurance Team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing, managing and maintaining the force's corporate policies, procedures, strategies and guidance documents. You will help ensure that our governance framework remains effective, compliant with legislation and best practice, and supports the delivery of high-quality policing services to our communities.
Working across the organisation, you will collaborate with colleagues at all levels, including senior leaders, departmental leads and external partners, providing expert support and guidance on corporate documentation and governance processes.
What you will be doing
As a Policy Officer, you will:
- Manage and maintain the Force's corporate documentation framework and policy register.
- Coordinate the review, development and publication of policies, procedures, strategies and guidance.
- Work with policy owners and subject matter experts to ensure documents remain up to date and compliant.
- Support the development and implementation of governance and records management processes.
- Monitor changes in legislation, national guidance and policing best practice that may impact the organisation.
- Administer and publish documentation on the Force Intranet and website.
- Assist with the design, development and maintenance of corporate forms and associated documentation.
- Prepare reports, briefing papers and recommendations on policy-related matters.
- Coordinate meetings, maintain action trackers and provide professional administrative support where required.
What we are looking for
We are seeking someone who can demonstrate:
Essential Skills and Experience
- Experience of developing, managing or coordinating policies, procedures, governance frameworks or corporate documentation.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce professional documents, reports and briefings.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and version control.
- Experience of using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently whilst building effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Confidence when communicating with colleagues at all levels of an organisation.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a governance, compliance, assurance, public sector or regulated environment.
- Understanding of legislation, policy development or records management principles.
- Knowledge of policing or criminal justice organisations.
- Experience of website or intranet content management.
Why Join Nottinghamshire Police?
This is an opportunity to work in a role that directly influences how the organisation operates. You will gain exposure to strategic governance processes, senior decision-making and force-wide improvement activity while working within a supportive and professional team.
We offer:
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Career development and learning opportunities.
- Access to staff wellbeing and support services.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Nottinghamshire Police, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Benefits:
Some benefits of working for Nottinghamshire Police include but are not limited to:
Pension scheme – We pay around double the member contribution
Support networks and wellbeing
Annual leave entitlement – Starting at 24 days and increasing with length of service
Blue Light Card discounts
Flexible and agile working where suitable
Please see attached document titled ‘Police Staff Benefits’ for further benefits and information.
To Apply
When applying, please complete the information on the next few screens.
The attached Job Description provides further details about the role.
When applying, refer to the person specification to evidence how you demonstrate your suitability for the role, ensuring the four areas have been considered.
You can also attach a supporting statement of no more than 2000 words referring to the person specification to evidence how you demonstrate your suitability for the role, along with your CV.
Please ensure any documents you attach during your application do not have your name or any identifiable personal details included within the text or the document name (including any images), so that your application can remain anonymous.
Additional Information
The successful applicant will be required to undertake the appropriate level of police vetting and may be required to travel to various locations across Nottinghamshire as required by the role.
Vetting Level – Recruitment – you must have resided in the UK for at least the last 3 years, with less than 12 months spent abroad (some exceptions for those living on a UK military base).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All applicants will be subject to the Nottinghamshire Police Vetting Policy.
Nottinghamshire Police is committed to the principles of Equality, Fairness and Diversity, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community in our efforts to recruit a diverse and flexible workforce that reflects the people we serve.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered at a later stage for candidates successfully shortlisted. Please be aware, this will not cause any detriment or impact to your application, our aim is to support you throughout the process.
Current Nottinghamshire Police staff only: Candidates currently at risk will be required to complete and attach the at-risk pro-forma document.
