Safer Roads Officer

• Hourly rate: £12.00.
• Location: Hutton.
• Job Type: 3-month temporary contract.

We are looking for a dedicated Safer Roads Officer to provide professional, efficient, and effective administrative support in relation to non-recordable motoring offences. The role is crucial in promoting road safety, reducing casualties on Lancashire’s roads, and ensuring offenders are brought to justice when necessary.

• Keep SRU Managers informed of any changes in legislation, policy, and procedure.
• Provide high-quality service to the public, officers, and colleagues, maintaining confidentiality and striving for continual improvement.
• Support operational officers with advice and guidance in preparing evidence to comply with national file standards and assist in successful prosecutions.
• Work in a multifunctional team to deliver cost-effective criminal justice administrative processes, managing demand, and meeting deadlines.
• Provide advice and guidance on traffic offence reports, fixed penalties, camera enforcement notices, and diversionary courses.
• Monitor adherence to procedural, legal, and home office requirements, addressing non-compliance appropriately.
• Act as a subject matter expert in injury due care investigations, conducting evidential reviews and advising on prosecution viability.
• Prepare files for prosecution within agreed standards and legislative timeframes.
• Respond to complaints and general enquiries professionally and promptly.
• Contribute to the development of efficient processes and systems in respect to SRU and criminal justice procedures.

• Experience in an administrative role within a busy environment handling confidential information.
• Ability to work to a high standard with minimal supervision, organising and prioritising own workload to meet deadlines.
• Experience in producing accurate written information with a high level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in inputting, updating, and maintaining computerised systems.
• Effective communication skills at all levels.
• Experience in maintaining strict confidentiality and using tact and diplomacy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Software applications including Outlook and Word.
• A flexible approach to working hours and practices.