Resourcing Officer

Job description

Resourcing Officer

Employing Force

Dorset

Contract Type

Permanent

Department

Alliance People Department

Location

Police Headquarters, Exeter, Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset

Type of working arrangement

Hybrid Worker

A Hybrid Worker is an employee whose role can be performed remotely from a variety of alternative locations including force premises, partner organisation premises or a member of staff's home.

This role will require the post holder to travel to alternative locations on an ad hoc basis to undertake the role, travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with force policy.

Grade

Scale E

Advertised Internally / Externally

Internal and External Recruitment

Salary

Starts at £30,333 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £34,662 per annum

Salary Information

The above salary is based on a full time (37 hour) salary. If you are successful in a part time role this will be pro-rata'd to reflect your working hours.

Please note: Exceptions to starting salary may apply if you are an existing Police Staff employee substantively posted to a role at the same grade.

Does Flexi-Time apply to this role?

Yes

Additional allowance information

For additional information on allowances please see our page

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per week

37

We welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need.

Published role profile/ job description

Competency and Values Framework (CVF)

Level 2: click for details of the CVF level for this specific role.

Interviews will commence the week of

21 September 2026

Job Advert Description

Resourcing Officer

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality recruitment, selection and promotion services for a range of roles including police officers, police staff, apprenticeships and volunteers.

As a Resourcing Officer, you will supervise a small team of administrators, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, customer-focused service across resourcing. You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day activity, maintaining high service standards and supporting the development of team members. Working closely with Senior Resourcing Officers, you will coordinate and support the planning and delivery of recruitment campaigns, helping to meet organisational workforce requirements. You will also provide professional advice and guidance on recruitment matters, managing escalated issues and offering solutions.

The role can be based at Devon & Cornwall or Dorset Police Headquarters.

While we currently have one permanent vacancy available, we are also looking to establish a suitability pool for anticipated opportunities arising in the near future.

The Person

The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach, motivate and develop others to deliver a high-quality service. You will be confident supervising a small team, ensuring performance standards and service levels are consistently achieved. You will be proactive, organised and capable of working independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and resolve queries within agreed timescales. Strong IT skills are essential, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, together with the ability to learn and use bespoke systems.

Applicants should have experience of recruitment and resourcing processes, together with knowledge of employment law. Experience of HR systems is desirable although training will be provided where required.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional recruitment services, driving continuous improvement and supporting others to achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

In return, we offer a rewarding and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to contribute to an organisation committed to delivering excellent services to the communities we serve.

The selection process

Applicants successful through the application shortlisting process will be invited to an interview, which will include a role-related exercise.

Closing Date

04/09/2026, 12:00

For Further Information, Please Contact:

Hiring Line Manager

Jennifer Buckley

Hiring Line Manager Position

Senior Resourcing Officer

Hiring Line Manager Phone Number

N/A

Hiring Line Manager Email Address

[email protected]

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