Why work for us?

We’re on a journey to shape the future of policing in our three counties and we want you to be part of it.

We value difference and believe in creating an inclusive working environment where our employees feel safe to make suggestions and voice their opinions.

We want to show our staff that they’re valued, which is why we offer generous annual leave entitlements, flexible working opportunities and access to a host of staff associations to ensure you get the support you need when you start your career.

After all, keeping people safe isn’t just a uniquely rewarding career, it’s one that rewards uniqueness.

Both posts are full time. One is permanent and the other is a fixed term contract for 12 months.

The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Friday 20th January 2023 (date extended)

West Mercia’s Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion, is seeking to recruit motivated and experienced Assistant Policy Officers to support in a number of key policy areas. One of these areas is an innovative new approach to tackling the crime and harm associated with drugs in West Mercia as part of HM Government’s 10 year strategy – “From harm to hope”.

These roles will pivotal in terms of partnership working and policy development, as well as making a difference to the communities of West Mercia.

The successful candidates will be required to support the Senior Policy Officers, in delivering agreed outcomes through effective use of resources and strong support with delivery plans, alongside policy support for the wider Policy team.

This role is commutable from Kidderminster, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Hereford, Malvern, Ledbury, Evesham, Redditch, Bromsgrove, Bewdley, Droitwich Spa and Pershore and is just off junction 6 of the M5.

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone.

We are also happy to talk flexible working where it is suitable for the role.

If you require any support to complete your application or you have any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01905 718444 (press option 1 then 5) or email BOC.staff.recruitment.team@westmercia.police.uk (internally please use MyBop)

To read more about the added benefits and rewards of working for West Mercia Police, please go to our website.

Internal applicants who are in need of redeployment will be offered positions ahead of other candidates, subject to them passing a selection process.

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