Title: Police Region West in Uddevalla Hiring for Service and Notification Reception Position
Date: August 8, 2023
Uddevalla, Västra Götaland county – The Police Region West in Uddevalla, Sweden has recently announced a job opening for a service and notification reception position. The position requires working with initial investigation measures and interacting with the public and other Swedish authorities.
As Sweden’s largest authority with approximately 36,000 employees, the Police Authority is responsible for creating security and reducing crime in the country. The Region West, which covers Halland and Västra Götaland counties, consists of 55 municipalities and employs around 5,500 individuals dedicated to implementing the core tasks of the police.
The Police area Fyrbodal, which includes 17 municipalities, is seeking qualified candidates for service and notification reception positions. The area is divided into three local police areas: western Fyrbodal, eastern Fyrbodal, and southern Fyrbodal. The role involves working with the regional investigation unit, regional operational unit, regional intelligence unit, and regional office.
In this position, the successful candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors to the police authority in Uddevalla. The primary responsibilities include handling service activities, notification reception, and conducting initial investigation measures. Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, are essential. Additionally, good computer skills and the ability to adapt to new IT systems are required.
To qualify for the position, applicants must have completed and approved upper secondary education. They should also have at least six months of full-time work experience in a service-related role dealing with people. Proficiency in the use of the Office package and excellent written and verbal skills in Swedish are necessary. Fluency in spoken English is also desired.
Experience in administration, documentation, and diary-keeping, preferably within a government authority in Sweden, is seen as an advantage. Previous employment with the Police Authority or similar organizations is also beneficial. Familiarity with the police’s diary keeping system and experience in service and reporting will be considered positively.
The ideal candidate should possess strong attention to detail, a sense of legal certainty, and a service-oriented approach. Building trust and facilitating open discussions are key components of the role. The ability to work well in a team and prioritize tasks is essential. A positive attitude and problem-solving mindset are also highly valued traits.
The Police Authority places a strong emphasis on personal qualities and values diversity and inclusion. The selected candidate will represent the police as a good role model, demonstrating professionalism and promoting trust.
Applications for the position can be submitted through the Police Authority’s website until August 22, 2023. Interested individuals are required to submit a CV and a personal letter. The Police Authority employs e-recruitment to streamline and ensure the quality of the recruitment process.
For any inquiries or further information, applicants can contact the responsible HR consultant or reach out to the Police Authority via the police switchboard at 11414.
The Police Region West offers a stimulating and diverse work environment that fosters personal development and creativity. Employees play a crucial role in the police’s mission to increase safety and reduce crime in society. The organization operates based on its core values of commitment, efficiency, and availability, ensuring equal treatment for all individuals.
For more details about the police and its operations, interested candidates can visit the Police Authority’s website at polisen.se.
Note: The Police Authority requests that individuals refrain from soliciting advertising and recruitment services.