Records Officer- Information Management

Are you looking for a 6 month contract in London within the Intelligence Police Force?

Our prestigious client, a leading public sector organisation in the heart of London, is seeking a skilled Records Officer- Information Management. Reporting to the Force Records & Property Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining, reviewing and enhancing the Force's centralised information processing and retrieval system.

This is a temporary role for 6 months initially, starting on the 22nd July.

The role will be based in their offices in Bishopsgate, London. Hybrid - 3 days in the office.

35 hours per week - can be flexible with times (e.g 9-5, 8-4, 7-3)

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviewing a backlog of physical files according to retention policy. Updating Records Management system according to data quality policies.
• Responsible for the archiving, retrieval and delivery of all force records using the digital records management system.
• Lead on liaison and agreement with departments with regard to the review and disposal of records flagged up by the system and ensure an audit trail for all movements and actions.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the Management of Police Information (MoPI) principles for Records Management, and advise departments as appropriate on them to ensure that these principles are adhered.
• Attend appropriate Records Management meetings and workshops, both internal/locally and external/nationally, especially in relation to Management of Police Information (MoPI) review, retention and disposal procedures in order to maintain up to date knowledge of their requirements.
• Produce accurate reports relating to all records activities upon request.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a records office or with archived records in a Police environment, in a role using records/information systems, databases and electronic information systems.
• Experience of reviewing records systems and procedures in line with legislation and Force requirements.
• Broad knowledge of FoIA 2000, DPA 1998, Computer Misuse Act 1990, PACE and police practices in relation to records management
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to analyse data.
• The ability to prioritise tasks in accordance with demand to meet deadlines.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.