Data Quality Officer (Sys-Admin)

Job Title: Data Quality Officer (Sys-Admin)

Salary: £30,294 to £32,552 plus a Location allowance of £1,639. You will receive £30,294 the band minimum. Progress to the band maximum of £32,552 will be via incremental progression.

Location: Newlands Park

This vacancy offers an exciting opportunity for police staff Band D or Band E (on promotion) to join the CONNECT Project working in the Data and Development Team (DaDT). CONNECT will replace eight of our current MPS systems such as NSPIS, COPA, CRIS, Merlin, CRIMINT and will radically change how the MPS police London. CONNECT will bring most of the information we capture today into a single, integrated platform, helping us to use our data more effectively. The DaDT will transition to Strategy and Governance when the Project transitions to BAU.

The Data and Development Team will manage all access to the software and ensure that it is used in line with the design expectations. The Team will ensure that the data entered into CONNECT is done so correctly and that CONNECT provides the rich information it is designed to deliver.

Joining the CONNECT Data & Development Team will allow you to;

Build on your problem-solving and analytical skillsDevelop stakeholder management skillsDevelop a unique expertise of the MPS’s main operational software systemWork on one of the UK’s largest multi-million pound projectSupport frontline policing by maintaining the quality and accuracy of MPS data to ensure that officers and staff have access to and confidence in a broad range of valuable intelligenceEnhance your future career options – by gaining strategic insight into a project that encompasses the whole organisation.

Key Responsibilities- Project

Conduct configuration activities as directed by Config Lead and Data and Development managers.Liaise with Design leads to understand their requirements and how these translate into CONNECTUnderstanding of the structure of units in the MPSWork closely with the Design and Business teams in readiness for go-liveReview Detailed Level Designs in line with CONNECT functionalityTrack and collate issuesSupport testing and release of updates when requiredAd-hoc duties

Key Responsibilities- Post Go-Live

Conduct configuration activities as directed by Config Lead and Data and Development managersCollate and implement changes to the MPS structure in conjunction with the supplierTrack and collate issuesMange ad-hoc requests via Service NOWAd-hoc duties

Please note - You will be provided with training to support your development

Please note the team is based at Newlands Park however we are currently practicing blended working (part office based, part remote working). We will also consider flexible working applications. All considerations will take business needs into account.

Application

After the initial sift you will be invited to a 15 min MS Team call which will consist of a 10 min open book technical test on your (intermediate/advanced) knowledge of Excel along with any follow-up questions. Successful applicants will then be invited for an interview.

Vetting

This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting – SC (Security Check) and MV (Management Vetting) before taking up the post.

Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post.

Please click on the below link to view an online candidate information pack that will you give you an insight into the Met, the competency framework we use which shapes our daily work behaviours, the application process and a host of other information, that will help inform and support your application:

https://sscl-innovation.com/MPScandidatepack/

Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).

Completed applications must be submitted by 30th May 2022.

We view diversity as fundamental to our success. To tackle today’s complex policing challenges, we need a workforce made up from all of London’s communities. Applications from across the community are therefore essential.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer the Met have committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

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Flexible approach to prioritisation of Business needs and changing landscape of roles and responsibilitiesKnowledge of the MPS structure (Units)A good understanding of configuration processes when introducing new systemsIntermediate to advanced knowledge of Office 365Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skillsExperience and knowledge of MPS corporate IT systemsProven ability to design and improve processesProven ability to write concise and precise reportsExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to communicate with all levels in the MPSAbility to manage high volumes of data or workloads to ensure priority tasks are achievedAbility to work with minimal supervisionPreparedness to undertake additional trainingWilling to be security vetted to SC/MV level