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LOCATION: HEADQUARTERS CID

JOB TITLE: DESIGNATED FRAUD INVESTIGATOR

SCALE: SO1

REPORTS TO: DI SERIOUS CRIME GROUP

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: NONE

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

To conduct investigations into complex, series and serious fraud allegations ensuring the best possible
evidence is secured and that cases are fully and efficiently investigated in order to detect offences and
allowing a considered decision to be taken about the prosecution of offenders.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collate, analyse and assess documents and exhibits in order to determine the best lines of
enquiry.
• To interview witnesses and obtain statements in accordance with the Criminal Justice Act and to
compile written reports and statements of evidence.
• To obtain and execute search warrants under Sec. 8 PACE to seize evidence and Special
Procedure Production orders to obtain access to confidential material.
• To carry out searches as designated by Sec. 18 (1) and 18 (2) PACE
• To conduct interviews of suspects as designated (utilising special warning provisions and arrest
for further offence provisions).
• To prepare prosecution and other evidential files for the Crown Prosecution Service or other
relevant authority and to attend Court and give evidence as required.
• To maintain liaison with other law enforcement and support agencies

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

Experience of interviewing (ideally of an investigative nature) e.g. PEACE trained The post holder
must be computer literate and ideally should have knowledge of relevant asset confiscation and
Proceeds of Crime legislation. The post holder should ideally hold a full current driving licence or be
able to travel around the force area using alternative transport.

Behavioural Competencies Level Technical Skills Level

Self management 4 Crime Investigation 4
Relationship with colleagues 4 Customer service 4
Relationship with customers 4 Equal opportunities 3
Verbal communication 4 Fraud 5
Written communication 4 Health and safety 3
Self motivation 4 Information management and technology 5
Decision making 4 Intelligence gathering and analysis 4
Creativity & innovation 4 Interview - general 4
Leadership 3 Interview - suspect 4
Managing & developing staff 3 Interview - witnesses 4
Operational & strategic planning 4 Knowledge of legislation and policy 4
Knowledge of police environment and policy 4
Office technology 3
Reports 4
Search 3

7005 DESIGNATED FRAUD INVESTIGATOR – Amended January 2009.

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7005 DESIGNATED FRAUD INVESTIGATOR – Amended January 2009.