Senior Investigation Officer - Department of Security Services at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for comprehensively handling reported incidents (crime, injuries, misconduct) involving UP staff, students, visitors and/or the public as well as users of UP facilities from initial investigation, trauma support, drafting of dossiers, preparations for the court case up to acting as a witness during court cases. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Launching proactive crime prevention and security actions;
• Provide and facilitate information, support and guidance to different groups, key persons and individuals;
• Rendering inputs during special events and other occasions as part of the security team;
• Drafting risk analyses after an incident to prevent similar incidents with the view of policy changes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant Bachelor/BTech degree with 3 years proven experience, OR a relevant National Diploma with 5 years proven experience in police service or similar environment in:
• Investigating crime scenes
• Taking of statements
• Evidence gathering
• Court procedures and bearing witness
• Scene handling
• Activation of police experts - fingerprinting, staff, photographers, etc
• Electronic security systems: cameras, access control and alarms
• PSIRA Grade A
• Valid driver’s licence

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• National Diploma in Police Administration or BA Pol or equal qualification
• Diploma in Administration of Criminal Law and Forensic Auditing
• Formal training in handling of trauma
• First Aid certificate (Level 3)
• At least 2 years of proven experience in:
• a university or similar environment
• Executive decisions/Policies in terms of e.g., firearms, asset control, access, public gatherings, liquor licenses and smoking (on UP premises)
• Security service contractors and job descriptions
• Applied knowledge of UP's Disciplinary Code for Staff and Students