Inspector Process Briefing . February 2017 26/05/2018 Inspector Process Briefing . February 2017 T/ACC Ciaron Irvine Resourcing Manager

26/05/2018 Aims of the session Background Context Process Questions

Critical Information Vacancy Numbers Equality Act 16 substantive vacancies (now!) 4 likely, 2 confirmed retirements (2017/18) Promotions to Chief Insp (3-4???) Equality Act Reasonable Adjustment for the process– Advise as soon as you can (confidential on our part!) It’s all about the ‘level playing field’

Purpose of the process Fairness & Transparency Consistency 26/05/2018 Purpose of the process Fairness & Transparency Consistency Takes account of past performance Competency based Designed to identify the best

Rationale - the 3 stage process 26/05/2018 Rationale - the 3 stage process Application form (C Supt, C/I, HR Advisor) Assessment (C/I, DCI, plus 2 external assessors) Interview (DCS, Supt, Deputy HR) Fairness, Independence, Integrity We have done it before and it works It’s the rules – embrace it!

Command Involvement Speak with your SMT/Command Lead Simple question on form Support from Command No Active PSD/UPP warnings/plans Not a pure block to application External applicants required to provide most recent copy of PDR document

Questions for Candidates 26/05/2018 Questions for Candidates Are you ready now? Are you among the best? Have you been preparing over time? Do you have the motivation & resilience to perform through the process and beyond? You could be competing against substantive candidates from other forces Are you sufficiently well organised to meet the deadlines? If so, speak with your line manager and ask for honest and candid feedback before submitting a form

Underpinning Knowledge 26/05/2018 Underpinning Knowledge You’re applying to be an Inspector not a Chief Constable PPF Decision Making Leading Change Leading People Managing Performance Professionalism Serving the Public Working with Others Knowledge of self, force and external factors

The Leadership Context 26/05/2018 The Leadership Context You’ve seen the organisational context but what does this mean to you as an Inspector? Do you really know what an Inspector does? One of the hardest and most important jobs? You are the person who sets the standard, leads our people and ensures we keep people safe on a daily basis.

What does the Force expect from our Inspectors? 26/05/2018 What does the Force expect from our Inspectors? Positive Inspiring Trustworthy Fair Empower Others Manage competing priorities Communication skills Role Model Gives praise Dynamic Respect others Code of Ethics Supportive Forward Thinking Decision Maker Team Player Develops Others Give clear direction Professional Honour your word Willing to challenge Technically Competent Promote E&D Take Responsibility Takes Feedback Committed to Force goals Understand team dynamics Public Service Focus Approachable Consistent

The Leadership Context 26/05/2018 The Leadership Context What do our people want from Inspectors

26/05/2018 Inspector Process Resourcing Manager

Process The four different stages of the process Timelines 26/05/2018 Process The four different stages of the process Timelines Practical overview

Process The Planning stage The Application stage 26/05/2018 Process The Planning stage The Application stage The Shortlisting stage The Interview stage

Stage 1 - Planning Application window opens from 2.30pm on 3rd February 2017; Application window closes at 23.55pm on 24th February 2017; Applications received from substantive Inspectors from other Home Office forces; Support required from Head of Command to apply (internal) with PDR (external); Officers with live formal misconduct/UPP warnings not eligible to apply.

Stage 2 – Application Stage Applications shortlisted by selection panel between 27th February to 24th March 2017 Name Blind Application Process; Successful applicants advised of outcome by 29th March 2017; Unsuccessful applicants to receive written feedback on application submission.

Stage 3 – Assessment Exercise Assessment Exercise taking place between 5th to 7th April 2017; Exercise similar to previous years: 2 minute reading; 30 minutes preparation; 10 minute presentation; questions from Panel; Outcomes announced by 12th April 2017; Unsuccessful applicants opportunity for verbal feedback from Panel member.

Stage 4 – Final Interview Applicants advised of interview for 18th April 2017; Interviews to take place 25th to 28th April 2017; Interview format competency based on PPF for Inspector; Outcome of process announced 4th May 2017; Conditional offer of appointment made subject to checks: attendance/PSD checks etc.

Inspector process Designed to identify the best Competency based 26/05/2018 Inspector process Designed to identify the best Competency based No carry forward of scores Consistency of panel Process tried in force and passed external scrutiny Appointment in line with NPPF guidance

Inspector Process – Electronic System Overview 26/05/2018 Inspector Process – Electronic System Overview Resourcing Manager

Practical overview of the process 26/05/2018 Practical overview of the process E-Recruitment system - practical guide Application form Submitting the form Short-listing Interview

https://clevelandpolice.tal.net/vx/appcentre-External/candidate 26/05/2018 External URL https://clevelandpolice.tal.net/vx/appcentre-External/candidate

How to Access the application form 26/05/2018 How to Access the application form Click on the appropriate recruitment link to take you to the Careers section Home Page on the Cleveland Police website. External link is www.cleveland.police.uk

Click on the vacancies link to access the up to date vacancies 26/05/2018 Click on the vacancies link to access the up to date vacancies

26/05/2018 Click on the Inspector Promotion Process link to access the opportunity

Click on the apply button to commence your application 26/05/2018 Click on the apply button to commence your application

26/05/2018 If you are a new user you must set up an account. Once complete you will be sent your username and password via email

If you are an existing user – input your username and password 26/05/2018 If you are an existing user – input your username and password

You will now be able to go back to the vacancy and then click apply 26/05/2018 You will now be able to go back to the vacancy and then click apply

The system will now open up the application form for you to complete 26/05/2018 The system will now open up the application form for you to complete

26/05/2018 Useful Tips Your application can only be submitted once all the required fields have been completed; Once your application has been submitted you will receive an automated message confirming that your application has been accepted and progressed for shortlisting; Any reasonable adjustments/accommodations required by an applicant should be recorded within the Equal Opportunities section of the application form;

26/05/2018 Shortlisting (1) To mitigate any potential loss of information complete the evidence field in word – then cut and paste the final version into the application form; If you open the application form and leave it open for more than 60 minutes the form “TIMES OUT”. Press save button every 20-30 minutes to save information.

26/05/2018 Shortlisting (2) Once the shortlisting process has taken place you will receive an update through the E-Recruitment system to advise you of the outcome of the shortlisting process. You will receive an electronic notification to advise you that the status of your application has changed which will prompt you to enter the system

26/05/2018 Interview Officers advised of the interview venue, location, time and date through the E-Recruitment system. Officers to be advised verbally whether successful / unsuccessful – this initial communication will then be backed up via electronic communication through E-Recruitment system. Successful officers receive formal conditional offer information.

26/05/2018 Questions?