13/10 Crime Prevention Design Advisor - Job Description.pdf

LINCOLNSHIRE POLICE
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Crime Prevention Design Advisor POST NO: CEP14
GRADE:
G
DEPARTMENT:
Local Policing
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Community Safety Manager
STAFF SUPERVISED: None
LOCATION/WORK BASE: Nettleham FHQ
JOB PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
To provide advice and guidance to public and private organisations in respect of the design,
planning and construction of the built environment with the aim of reducing or eliminating the rate
or nature or fear of crime
CORE WORK AREAS
1. To effectively develop communications and provide best practice to all the professions
concerned with the development of the built environment e.g. architects, planners,
developers, surveyors and other statutory and public bodies; in respect of crime prevention
through environmental design.
2. To co-ordinate, examine and analyse environment and building plans, planning authority
developments, structural plans and briefs, and applications for building designs and
developments, preparing reports and consultation documents as required. To undertake
surveys and prepare reports on the security of Lincolnshire Police force properties.
3. To market and promote the CPDA service within the force and to public organisations,
private sector bodies, the media and all levels of the public service as a direct
representative of Lincolnshire Police.
4. To inspect, assess and analyse the conditions, location, environment and potential security
related problems on actual and proposed construction, new build, redevelopment and
refurbishment projects, preparing written reports as required to implement and promote
secured by design (SBD), Safer Car Parks (SCP) and Crime Prevention through
environmental design (CPTED).
5. To provide presentations, lectures and seminars to a variety of groups including, police
management, design, planning and construction professionals, educational establishments
and other relevant non-technical bodies, including the preparation and provision of audiovisual
aids and educational material.
6. To maintain a current knowledge of ACPO policy, Home Office guidelines and other
relevant legislation in the area of crime prevention through environmental design and
community safety as well as construction, planning and building legislation and to keep
abreast of the latest research findings and product developments pertinent to crime
prevention and crime methods and trends.
7. To maintain and update an appropriate professional and technical knowledge base, within
the planning, design and construction industry.
8. To analyse and develop policy for administering and monitoring the development of
construction related schemes requesting the Secured by Design awards.

9. To research and prepare reports and supporting media, including survey reports, briefing
papers, minutes to key meetings and other responses to requests for information or advice,
from within or outside the force.
10. To assist and advise in the development and use of information technology support
systems such as CAD appropriate to the area of CPDA and to become familiar with and
employ such equipment on a routine basis.
11. Assist Crime Reduction Officers in their role and devise and implement appropriate
interventions to reduce levels and fear of crime.
12. Assist in the installation of Police Alarms
13. Work with analysts, Local Policing Teams, Crime Reduction Officers, in identifying areas
with high rates of crime and target activities in order that appropriate crime reduction
strategies can be implemented.
OTHER DUTIES:
Will be required to attend training courses and meetings to maintain knowledge and represent the
Force.
May be required to travel within and outside of the County for meetings and liaison with other
organisations.
The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The post holder may be
required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope
of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general nature of the post
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY:
The post holder is required to carry out their duties in a way that supports the Force Diversity strategy.
Promote equality of opportunity to the people of Lincolnshire and treat all individuals fairly with
dignity and respect.
HEALTH AND SAFETY:
Will be working extensively with computer equipment for which a Display Screen Equipment
Assessment will be made on commencement of employment.
The post holder will take all reasonable care of themselves and of others who may be affected by
their acts or omissions.
SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND VULNERABLE ADULTS:
Lincolnshire Police has a duty to promote the welfare of, and safeguard of children and vulnerable
adults. The post holder is required to comply with Force Policy and Standard Operating
Procedures in respect of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
Job description written by: Community Safety Sergeant
Date: 4 th April 2013

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Post Title: Crime Prevention Design Advisor
Section: Community Safety Department
Post Number: CEP14
Grade: G
This form sets the standard for the person needed for this job, and also will be the basis for short
listing and for the questions to be asked at interview. The requirements are job-related and
described using appropriate words and marked E (Essential) or D (Desirable) as appropriate.
There will not necessarily be an entry in every box.
Requirements
Essential (E)
or
Desirable (D)
Measurement
(see below)
Qualifications/
Training
Candidates must have a qualification in
Crime Reduction
E
A
Posses a qualification and/or membership
of a professional body relevant to an
architectural, planning, building, surveying
or engineering field or equivalent
experience.
D
A
Attended relevant training courses
including Crime Prevention, Marketing
Services, Public Speaking, Media Skills
and have practical experience of
knowledge application
D
A
Experience
Skills
Experience dealing with all levels of
management within an organisation, as
well as within external organisations and
the general public.
Worked in a large organisation preferably
in a customer service/care or security
environment
Works effectively as a team member and
can develop successful working
relationships. Actively helps and supports
others to achieve team goals.
Excellent analysis skills, with the ability to
identify important issues, problems and
risks, with the ability to consider
alternative courses of action where
necessary.
Excellent organisational and planning
skills; monitoring the progress of tasks
and adjusting to any changes
E
D
E
E
E
A/I
A/I
A/I
A/I
A/I

Requirements Essential (E)
or
Desirable (D)
Measurement
(see below)
Takes responsibility for own actions and
for resolving problems that arise. Is
focused on achieving results to required
standards and developing skills and
knowledge.
E
A/I
Demonstrate ability to interpret and advise
upon planning briefs and developments
E
A/I
Ability to communicate both in the verbal
and written form to include production of
reports and comprehensive letters, public
speaking and presentation skills
E
A/I
Knowledge
An understanding of building surveying
techniques
E
A/R
Knowledge of crime prevention methods,
trends and security industry issues. E A/I
An understanding of hardware and
materials used in industry relating to
Crime Prevention Techniques.
D
A/I
Social Skills
Motivation/
Commitment
Understands other people’s views and
takes them into account. Is tactful and
diplomatic when dealing with people.
Treats people with dignity and respect at
all times.
Ability to display and apply creative and
innovative thinking
Supports, promotes and introduces
change, encouraging others to accept
this.
E
D
E
A/I
I
R/I
Other
Requirements
Be physically fit (climbing of ladders),
lifting and bending.
E
A/I
Full driving licence and access to a
vehicle for business purposes
E
A
Measurement
A. From application
form
T. By test
after short
listing
I. Probing at
interview
P. Presentation
R. References O. Other (please specify)