1. Inspector Process Briefing . February 2017
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Inspector Process Briefing . February 2017
T/ACC Ciaron Irvine
Resourcing Manager

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Aims of the session
Background
Context
Process
Questions

3. 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’

4. Purpose of the process Fairness & Transparency Consistency
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Purpose of the process
Fairness & Transparency
Consistency
Takes account of past performance
Competency based
Designed to identify the best

5. Rationale - the 3 stage process
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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!

6. 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

7. Questions for Candidates
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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

8. Underpinning Knowledge
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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

9. The Leadership Context
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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.

10. What does the Force expect from our Inspectors?
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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

11. The Leadership Context
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The Leadership Context
What do our people want from Inspectors

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Inspector Process
Resourcing Manager

13. Process The four different stages of the process Timelines
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Process
The four different stages of the process
Timelines
Practical overview

14. Process The Planning stage The Application stage
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Process
The Planning stage
The Application stage
The Shortlisting stage
The Interview stage

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. 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.

19. Inspector process Designed to identify the best Competency based
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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

20. Inspector Process – Electronic System Overview
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Inspector Process – Electronic System Overview
Resourcing Manager

21. Practical overview of the process
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Practical overview of the process
E-Recruitment system - practical guide
Application form
Submitting the form
Short-listing
Interview

22. https://clevelandpolice.tal.net/vx/appcentre-External/candidate
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External URL

23. How to Access the application form
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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

24. Click on the vacancies link to access the up to date vacancies
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Click on the vacancies link to access the up to date vacancies

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Click on the Inspector Promotion Process link to access the opportunity

26. Click on the apply button to commence your application
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Click on the apply button to commence your application

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

28. If you are an existing user – input your username and password
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If you are an existing user – input your username and password

29. You will now be able to go back to the vacancy and then click apply
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You will now be able to go back to the vacancy and then click apply

30. The system will now open up the application form for you to complete
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The system will now open up the application form for you to complete

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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;

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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 minutes to save information.

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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

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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.

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Questions?