Duties Officer
Dorset, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid) · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 27,204 – GBP 34,662 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Eligibility
- Candidates who are able to work a full-time permanent role, or those seeking part-time hours with flexible working considered subject to business need, may apply.
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- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role overview
Dorset Police is looking for a Duties Officer to join the duties team at Police Headquarters in Winfrith, Dorset. The post is permanent and is responsible for helping plan, forecast, and monitor duty cover so that the relevant business area is staffed and policed efficiently and in line with Police Regulations, the Police Staff Council Handbook, and other applicable guidance.
Pay and employment details
The salary starts at £27,204 per year and increases annually by increments up to £34,662 per year. The package also includes excellent benefits and a government pension. This is a permanent role. The closing date for applications is 03/07/2026 at 12:00.
Working pattern and location
The standard working week is 37 hours. Applications from people seeking part-time hours are welcome, and flexible working patterns can be considered depending on operational requirements. Initial training must be completed at Force HQ in Winfrith from Monday to Friday, five days each week. After training, the role currently operates on a hybrid basis, with three days in the office and two days working from home or another suitable location.
Key purpose of the role
The successful candidate will support the duties management function by making sure duty arrangements are planned and monitored effectively, while helping the force deliver service coverage in the most cost-efficient way.
Benefits
Employees receive a range of benefits, including annual salary progression, subsidised access to gym facilities, Blue Light Card discount membership, sick pay, a local government pension, equipment provided where needed, free parking at many police sites, access to group insurance through salary sacrifice, employee support and wellbeing services, training and development opportunities, a structured onboarding plan with regular check-ins, flexitime, and hybrid working once training is completed.
Additional information
If you would like more detail about the role, further information is available through the employer's website vacancy page. For a discussion about the position after reviewing the full details, the hiring line manager is Daisy Clark, Senior Duties Officer, and the contact email provided is Daisy.Clark@Dorset.PNN.Police.uk.
Application note
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