Derbyshire police looking for 20 new PCSOs
Derbyshire Constabulary is currently looking for up to 20 new PCSOs to start work in November.
PCSO's are uniformed civilians with a specialised set of legal powers. They work to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour in communities.
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Hide AdTheir main role is to patrol on foot, ensuring a highly visible presence on the streets.
PCSOs work with other organisations, such as local councils or housing associations, to tackle issues of local concern.
Typical duties for a PCSO include:
▪️Patrolling on foot or bicycle in all weathers, developing relationships with everyone in the local area and collecting information about what is happening in the local community.
▪️Dealing with minor offences and investigating low-level crimes.
▪️Conducting house-to-house enquiries.
▪️Guarding a crime scene.
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Hide Ad▪️Visiting schools, community groups and other locations to provide advice to residents.
▪️Tackling anti-social behaviour.
▪️Meeting with partner organisations to discuss local problems and develop longer-term solutions.
The force is looking for people with a real commitment to help and supporting their local community, who are interested in people and want to know what's going on in the local area.
They said: "Perhaps you have a background in social work or housing, or have volunteered with a community organisation or charity?
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Hide Ad"Maybe you’re concerned about problems you see in your local area, about opportunities for young people and about creating a safe environment for everyone? Whilst there is a legal and enforcement element to the role, and you will have legal powers you can use, we are more interested in people who can develop good working relationships with a wide range of people and with other organisations.
"Some of the issues you’ll be working on are long-term, and we’re looking for a long-term commitment from our new recruits. Whilst some of our PCSOs do go on to become police officers, this isn’t a training ground for becoming a police officer and the role is very different."
For all the details, and to apply, visit the website - www.derbyshire.police.uk/PCSORecruitment.