Job Description

Details

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Reference number

419447

Salary

32,455 - 35,203
Starting salary is 32,455 with the maximum salary on this


scale being 35,203 subject to future COPFS pay awards. All


payments are pro rata for part-time staff.
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Executive Officer
C

Contract type

Permanent

Type of role

Business Management and Improvement

Operational Delivery

Working pattern

Full-time

Number of jobs available

1

Contents

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Scotland

About the job

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Job summary

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About the Role:

We are looking for motivated, people focussed applicants to join the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) as Section Managers across Scotland. In this role you'll manage people, drive performance and help deliver vita public services that support the justice system.


If you're organised, people focussed and ready to step into a role with real purpose and progression then this will be a unique opportunity to play a key role in COPFS.


We welcome applications from candidates with transferable leadership and operational management experience, even if you have not worked directly within the justice sector.

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Additional Information:

If you would be interested to learn more about this role, please see our application pack on our website for further job details, salary information and assessment guidance.

Job description

Section Managers play a key role within COPFS. You will lead

a team of administrators and support staff within one of our

key operational areas, which may include:



o Local Court

o High Court

o Specialist Casework

o Litigation

o Operational Support



You will be responsible for ensuring high standards of service

delivery, managing performance and driving continuous

improvement. This is a people-focussed role where you will

support, motivate and develop your team to meet our goals

and deliver excellent service to the public and our partners.



Key Responsibilities



o Lead and manage a team of administrative staff

o Plan, allocate, and monitor workloads to meet

performance targets

o Support staff development through coaching and

mentoring

o Identify and implement improvements to processes and

procedures

o Ensure compliance with data protection and health &

safety standards

o Build effective relationships with internal and external

stakeholders

o Contribute to the delivery of justice in Scotland through

efficient case management



Please note these are not exhaustive lists and other

duties may be required as appropriate to the role.

Person specification

We're looking for applicants who thrive in a fast-paced environment, embrace change and enjoy working collaboratively. You'll be

someone who supports others, shares knowledge and brings a positive, solutions focussed attitude to challenges. Personal

resilience is key, as is a curiosity to learn and grow. If you're adaptable, team-orientated and motivated to make a difference, you'll

find this role both rewarding and full of opportunities.



Experience working in a legal, court or public sector environment, or managing teams in a high-volume operational setting would be

beneficial.



ESSENTIAL CRITERIA



Please note the competencies referred to our application pack form the key essential criteria for the role. You will also be required to

demonstrate:



o A strong understanding of the Scottish criminal justice system

o Ability to lead and develop high performing teams, with a focus on coaching, performance management and fostering a

positive team culture

o Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to influence, negotiate and build effective relationships with internal

and external stakeholders

o Proficiency in using digital tools, with a track record of embracing new technologies to improve service delivery and

operational efficiency

o Ability to lead or contribute to service improvement initiatives, demonstrating initiative, adaptability and a commitment to

continuous improvement

o Experience in setting and monitoring performance targets, managing operational risks and ensuring compliance with quality

assurance standards

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 32,455, Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service contributes 9,402 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
We offer an excellent range of benefits which include:

+ 25 days paid holiday + 11.5 public and privilege holidays (rising to 30 days paid holiday after 4 years). + Generous Civil Service Pension employer contribution, on average over 28.97% of your pay
+ Flexible working hours and family friendly approach to work.
+ Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loans.
+ Employee Wellbeing Support with Mental Health First Aiders and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

Please see our application pack on our website for full details.



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.



We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

Apply and further information

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Recruitment Email : recruitment@copfs.gov.uk
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Recruitment team

Email : recruitment@copfs.gov.uk

Further information

Please see our application for full details


https://www.copfs.gov.uk/about-copfs/careers/