We are seeking a Regional Crime Scene Investigator to join the East Midlands Special Operations Unit Forensic Services (EMSOU-FS) team. In this specialist role, you will provide high-quality crime scene investigation support across the East Midlands region, helping to maximise forensic opportunities and support the successful investigation and prosecution of crime.
Working across a range of incidents, from volume crime through to serious and major investigations, you will play a key role in delivering an effective and professional forensic service while demonstrating the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and compliance with the Police Code of Ethics.
What You'll Be Doing- Conducting crime scene examinations for volume, complex, serious, and major crimes.
- Identifying, recovering, and preserving forensic evidence to support investigations and criminal justice outcomes.
- Providing expert forensic advice and guidance to investigators.
- Working in compliance with ISO 17020 standards and Forensic Science Regulator Codes of Practice.
- Supporting specialist workstreams, including areas such as Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) and CBRN operations.
- Assisting regional specialist units through operational and covert forensic support where required.
- Participating in a regional on-call rota and working across a 7-day operational pattern.
- Maintaining specialist equipment, vehicles, and resources to ensure operational readiness.
- Attending court to provide evidence and explain findings when required.
- Contributing to the ongoing development, innovation, and improvement of forensic services across the region.
This is an opportunity to make a direct contribution to keeping communities safe by ensuring critical forensic evidence is identified, secured, and presented to the highest professional standards. Your work will support investigations from initial crime scene attendance through to court proceedings, helping to bring offenders to justice while supporting victims and the wider criminal justice system.
As part of a regional specialist team, you will also contribute to the development of advanced forensic capabilities and support a wide range of policing operations across the East Midlands.
What We're Looking ForWe are looking for a motivated, professional, and detail-focused individual with a passion for forensic investigation and evidence recovery. You will have:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work effectively in challenging and demanding environments.
- Excellent communication skills and the confidence to provide professional advice and evidence.
- A commitment to maintaining professional standards, continuous learning, and personal development.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a specialist regional team.
- A strong understanding of the importance of health and safety, equality, diversity, and safeguarding principles.
- Commitment to upholding organisational values, behaviours, and the Police Code of Ethics.
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to contribute to high-profile investigations and specialist forensic operations, we encourage you to apply. Please review the full Job Description and Person Specification for detailed information on the role, responsibilities, and requirements.
