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The Swedish Police Authority is Sweden's largest authority with approximately 40,000 employees across the country. Here, you have the opportunity to contribute to the Police's mission – to increase safety and reduce crime in society.

The Norrbotten Police Area is Sweden's largest and northernmost region and is one of the police areas in the North region. The geographical area spans 14 municipalities – from Arvidsjaur municipality in the south to Kiruna municipality in the north.

The Norrbotten Police Area is divided into four local police areas: Luleå/Boden, Northern Lapland, Piteå/Älvdal, and Eastern Norrbotten. At the police area level, there is also an investigation section, an intervention group, and a dog unit. Furthermore, there is a police area administration office.

The Local Police Area Piteå Älvdal is part of the Norrbotten Police Area. Within the local police area, there are intervention and crime prevention activities, an investigation group, as well as support and service.

We are now looking for detention guards who will also work as multi-handlers in Piteå.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The main task, which will be shared with all multi-handlers, will be to work in our detention center by receiving and managing individuals who are deprived of their liberty and being the primary contact during their time in the detention facility. Many are deprived of their liberty for the purpose of investigating crimes, but it can also involve shorter detentions due to, for example, intoxication. The assignment will be broad and cover many of our different areas of activity. Together with other multi-handlers, you will receive assignments such as simpler investigative measures in the detention center as well as other commonly occurring administrative tasks.

In addition to the above tasks, you may also perform other tasks within internal and external service as needed, such as work against the police's service office and report taking, which includes citizen service and administration. Snow shoveling, tire changes on service vehicles, and other practical tasks may also be relevant, which requires you to be practically inclined. You will receive training in the tasks you are expected to perform. The pace of work varies based on the tasks, and the work can be physically demanding.

Your primary placement will be in Piteå, but work in other locations within the county may occur.

QUALIFICATIONS

This is an opportunity for you who have:

High school diploma or equivalent education, or education combined with work experience that the employer assesses as equivalent
Work experience in meeting people, for example, in healthcare, service, and/or security operations
Driver's license B (for manually shifted vehicle)
Good computer skills
Good ability to express yourself in Swedish, both verbally and in writing
Good understanding of the English language and the ability to express yourself well in English

It is advantageous for the position if you also have:

Current work experience of having worked with deprived individuals such as in correctional services, detention guard, HVB/SIS homes, security guards, or other experience that the employer assesses as relevant
Current work experience of working with and meeting people in vulnerable and/or problematic situations that the employer assesses as relevant.
Experience in administrative tasks
Experience in practical tasks
Basic understanding of legal terms acquired through education or work experience
Other language skills beyond Swedish or English that the employer assesses as relevant where you can use the language in your professional practice

Personal Qualities

As a person, you are secure in yourself and act with maturity and integrity. In stressful situations, you can act calmly, controlled, and professionally. You apply a high level of security awareness, meaning you are reliable in situations where physical violence may arise. As the pace of work fluctuates and tasks can vary, you need to have a flexible approach. Furthermore, you have good collaboration skills and relate to others in a responsive and smooth manner.

We will place great emphasis on personal qualities.

OTHER

Workplace: Piteå. Work in other locations may occur.
Working hours: 24/7 operations (day, evening, weekend, and night).
Start date: By agreement
Function: Multi-handler/Detention Guard

Apply by attaching your CV (we do not want a personal letter) and answering the selection questions. The questions are based on the requirement profile for this recruitment, and your answers will form the basis for the selection that takes place in the process. It is therefore important that you answer clearly and thoroughly to the questions and do not refer to other documents, e.g., CV. Answering the questions is a prerequisite for your application to be considered complete.

Please note that requirements and any merits must be fulfilled at the time of application.

We use e-recruitment to streamline and ensure the quality of the recruitment process. Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Police's recruitment support Visma Recruit.

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An employment with the Police Authority may begin with a six-month probationary period.

The Police Authority is Sweden's largest authority. We offer you a workplace that stimulates diversity, creativity, and personal development.

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We conduct our operations according to the six principles of the state value base: democracy, legality, objectivity, freedom of opinion, respect, and efficiency and service. As an employee within the police, you are expected to act according to these and contribute to their maintenance. This is a prerequisite for legal security, legal certainty, and for the police's legitimacy in society. As a representative of the police, you respect everyone's equal value and create trust in the police.
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