- Clerk Grade 5/6
- Temporary Full-Time up to 12 months
- Sydney
About us
The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.
About the role
We have an opportunity for a Crime Scene Officer to be part of our Crime Scene Services Branch, Forensic Evidence & Technical Services Command. The Crime Scene Officer's primary role is to identify and examine forensic evidence and provide evidence regarding their examinations to the judiciary. Some roles may require collection of forensic evidence from both deceased and living persons and/or presumptive testing of drugs and sub-sampling of bulk drugs in a laboratory environment.
Forensic Evidence & Technical Services employees who may have contact with crime scenes or related exhibits as a part of their duties, and visitors to FETS facilities where these examinations take place, can be asked to provide a DNA sample for elimination purposes, to be included on the Quality Assurance Register (QAR) maintained by the Forensic and Analytical Science Services (FASS) laboratory.
Employees seeking employment into operational or laboratory roles must provide a DNA sample on commencement of their employment. Failure to provide a DNA reference sample may result in the employee’s offer of appointment being withdrawn or their employment being annulled.
This position is predominantly to provide support to the Ballistics Investigation Section whose primary role is to provide forensic ballistics and technical advice to the NSW Police Force. Characteristics that are
essential to the role include, but are not limited to:
- a high work ethic
- attention to detail and focus on quality
- ability to work with, and contribute to a high functioning team in a productive and respectful manner
- An ability to multi-task in a timely fashion whilst maintaining quality
- The position is temporary with no guarantee of permanency
For more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities and capabilities required for the role),click here to view the role description.
What we can offer you
At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:
- competitive salary;
- flexible work options;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- free annual influenza vaccination;
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; and
- convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.
How to Apply
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.
To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.
Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.
Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.
Target Question 1:
Please provide an example of when you worked with a team. Explain the team goal, challenges faced, outline your contribution to the team and describe the positives and negatives of the experience.
Target Question 2:
The successful candidate must be able to think and solve complex problems. Please describe a situation where you identified, or faced a problem. How did you approach the situation and what was the outcome?
Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.
If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Chief Inspector Kristina Skvorc via 0408 222 354 and Senior Sergeant Ted Schey via (02) 9265 4611.
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:
- an Australian Citizen;
- a permanent resident of Australia; or
- a New Zealand citizen.
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
Our commitment to Diversity
The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.
If you identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or you require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the HR Diversity Team by email at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEET@police.nsw.gov.au.
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.