Fiscal Officer - Aberdeen
| Posting date: | 28 June 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,235 to £28,131 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Starting salary would be £25,235 with the maximum salary on this scale being £28,131 subject to future COPFS pay awards. All salaries are pro rata for part-time staff. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 July 2024 |
| Location: | Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | [EXTFOA0724] |
Summary
About COPFS
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all crime in Scotland; the investigation of deaths which require further explanation; and the investigation of complaints against the police.
About the Role
This is an exciting entry level opportunity for someone looking to be in an interesting and fast paced role.
You may be starting out in your career or already have an administrative background and looking for a change, but you should have an interest in the Criminal Justice Sector.
You will be expected to work as part of a team to provide a first-class service to your colleagues and service users such as, victims & witnesses and defence agents.
The main duties of this role will cover a range of administrative support and will generally include the administration of cases including:
• Dealing with general enquiries relating to cases
• Uploading and maintaining case information on internal IT systems
• Assisting Legal staff in the administration and preparation of cases for court
• Ensuring all witnesses are notified of their requirement to attend court
• Ensuring the courts and defence agents have all relevant material prior to court hearings
Please note this is not an exhaustive list and other duties may be required as appropriate to the role
Essential Criteria
The key competencies outlined in the application pack form part of the essential criteria for this post. Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate:
• The minimum entry qualifications are 5 National 5’s at grades A-C (including English) or equivalent; or demonstrable experience of general office work.
• Literacy and fluency in English
• Strong word processing skills
• Strong organisational skills
Desirable Criteria
• An understanding of the work of COPFS
Contact Us
If you have any queries please email Recruitment@copfs.gov.uk.
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all crime in Scotland; the investigation of deaths which require further explanation; and the investigation of complaints against the police.
About the Role
This is an exciting entry level opportunity for someone looking to be in an interesting and fast paced role.
You may be starting out in your career or already have an administrative background and looking for a change, but you should have an interest in the Criminal Justice Sector.
You will be expected to work as part of a team to provide a first-class service to your colleagues and service users such as, victims & witnesses and defence agents.
The main duties of this role will cover a range of administrative support and will generally include the administration of cases including:
• Dealing with general enquiries relating to cases
• Uploading and maintaining case information on internal IT systems
• Assisting Legal staff in the administration and preparation of cases for court
• Ensuring all witnesses are notified of their requirement to attend court
• Ensuring the courts and defence agents have all relevant material prior to court hearings
Please note this is not an exhaustive list and other duties may be required as appropriate to the role
Essential Criteria
The key competencies outlined in the application pack form part of the essential criteria for this post. Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate:
• The minimum entry qualifications are 5 National 5’s at grades A-C (including English) or equivalent; or demonstrable experience of general office work.
• Literacy and fluency in English
• Strong word processing skills
• Strong organisational skills
Desirable Criteria
• An understanding of the work of COPFS
Contact Us
If you have any queries please email Recruitment@copfs.gov.uk.
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