Forensic Detective jobs

If you are a serving Detective looking for a fresh start in a force that values community policing, personal development, and work-life balance, Hertfordshire Constabulary could be your next move.

We’re proud to be a family-friendly force that puts people first both in the communities we serve and in the team’s we build. Our size means you’ll be more than just a number, with real opportunities to shape your career and make a meaningful impact.

Our Public Protection Command sits at the heart of safeguarding our most vulnerable communities, bringing together specialist teams dealing with child protection, domestic abuse, sexual offences, exploitation, missing persons and vulnerable adults. It is an exceptionally rewarding place to work, where officers and staff tackle complex, high‑risk harm daily, make a tangible difference to victims, and work closely with partners to protect those most at risk.

Current Opportunities:

• Detective Constables – Public Protection, other roles may be considered
• Detective Sergeants – Public Protection, other roles may be considered

We will also consider those that are currently on Trainee Detective Constable (T/DC) programme, enabling you to complete your PIP2 accreditation and begin your journey into serious and complex investigations. This will be reviewed on a case by case basis

Whether you're passionate about problem-solving, community engagement, or preventing crime at its roots, Hertfordshire offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for officers.

You must be substantive in rank to apply and have completed your probationary period.

Why Hertfordshire?

• A £3,000 annual regional allowance is included in addition to the salary
• Free rail travel on Govia Thameslink and Great Northern routes as well as TFL Underground trains. Full details on the Herts Police Federation website.
• Shorter commutes leading to a better work-life balance
• One-to-one support from dedicated Pathways Sergeant throughout your onboarding journey

What makes us Different:

• You will join us on the same pay-point, pension and holiday entitlement.
• We have training opportunities and leadership development
• A bespoke recruitment and onboarding experience
• A culture that values your voice, skills and contribution
• Flexible working options
• Inclusive policing family
• A force that prioritises visible, local policing and building trust with communities

Come to Hertfordshire and discover a better way to serve your community—where your work matters, your wellbeing is supported, and your future is full of opportunity.

Ready to take the next step?

Our next cohort will be in September 2026 subject to all checks being cleared

For a confidential chat: transfers@herts.police.uk

If you are interested in applying, you will also be required to send your training record, sickness record and latest PDR to recruitment@bch.police.uk applications without these records will not be accepted.

Please note you will need to complete a job-related fitness test as part of the recruitment process or evidence that you are currently in ticket with JRFT and PPST.

Important Information Regarding the Vetting Process

As part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager to complete a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Vetting Guidelines (APP 6.5.18).

A Supervisor Appraisal may be necessary in the following situations:

• When applying to transfer to another force
• When renewing existing vetting clearance
• When moving into a role that requires Management Vetting (MV), even if you currently hold MV clearance
• When moving into or working in a role that involves close contact with vulnerable individuals

If any of the above apply to you, please be aware that your current line manager will be contacted for a Supervisor Appraisal once your vetting application is submitted.

Please note: This role has been identified as high-risk in relation to potential DNA and fingerprint contamination within forensic processes. As such, successful candidates will be required to provide a DNA and fingerprint elimination sample as part of their pre-employment checks.

The sample will be used to conduct a speculative search against our database and then solely for contamination elimination purposes and held on a secure elimination database in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR.

Provision of this sample is a condition of employment for roles identified as high-risk.

As you will be transferring to this force, in line with our PSD Biometric Policy, DNA and fingerprint samples will be required during the recruitment process.

Help us deliver outstanding policing for everyone.
We believe that to serve our communities effectively, we need people from all backgrounds, bringing a wide range of life and professional experiences. This helps us reflect the communities we serve and ensures we deliver the best possible service.

Why Choose a Career in Policing?
Hertfordshire Constabulary is recognised as a pioneering and forward-thinking service, responsible for policing a large, diverse, and multicultural population.

If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career—where you can make a real difference, take on new challenges, and gain a wide variety of experiences—then we want to hear from you.

What We Offer
We’re proud to support our people with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Pension Schemes: Access to the Police Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death-in-service benefits.
• Generous Annual Leave: 25 to 30 days (depending on rank and length of service).
• Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
• Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service).
• Carers and Discretionary Leave
• Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent).
• Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on-site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent).
• Sports & Social Clubs: Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers.
• Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing.
• Staff Support Networks: Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith-based groups, and more.
• Access to Federation/Supts Association/COPSA (rank dependant).
• Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion, and continuous improvement training.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those currently under-represented in policing, including:

• Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
• People of all ages and abilities
• All faiths and religions
• LGBTQ+ communities
• Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds

All applications are assessed fairly and based on the evidence you provide and your suitability for the role.

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Police Barred and Advisory Lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.

Vetting and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.

Hertfordshire Constabulary recognises the growing use of AI tools in preparing job applications. While these tools can support you in expressing your skills and experience more effectively, their use must align with the principles of honesty, integrity, originality, and personal accountability. We want to learn about you and your own personal experiences and how these make you suitable for the role, this will be assessed throughout the recruitment process including at interview, which AI cannot replace. Please click HERE to find out more about the acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in our recruitment process.

Closing Date: 07/06/2026, 23:55

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Financial planning services
• On-site gym
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person