B2 Temporary Covert Operations Governance and Support Officer - Glasgow - Social Security Scotland

Social Security Scotland are looking for a colleague to join the Fraud Investigation branch as a B2 Covert Operations Governance and Support Officer. 

This role is being offered on a Part Time only basis (0.6 FTE) and will be temporary for a period of 12 months maximum.

This role is vital in supporting the agency to meet its legal observations and protect its people and information. The job holder will provide governance support for the Counter Fraud branch of the Fraud and Error Resolution Unit.

Responsibilities

• Acting in the capacity of Gatekeeper in requests for surveillance including previewing surveillance applications & associated documentation, monitoring returns and issuing reminders. 
• Providing advice and collaborating with senior managers and other internal and external stakeholders in relation to legislation and codes of practice relevant to the use of Investigatory Powers.
• Maintaining control and records of documentation.
• Providing support in preparation for inspections by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office and assisting with any resultant actions.
• Assisting in the collation of official records and management information to meet obligations on reporting and inform service development and assurance provided to the Senior Responsible officer.
• Editing video footage. 
• Handling evidential productions securely.
• Other ad hoc duties relevant to the role. 

Success Profiles 
We use an assessment framework called ‘Success Profiles’ which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. Find out more about the framework here.

For this opportunity, the following Success Profile elements will be assessed:   

Experience: 

• Established operational experience in criminal investigation with experience in covert surveillance.

 Behaviours: 

• Communicating and Influencing - Level 3
• Managing a Quality Service - Level 3
   

You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here.

How to apply 
Please apply online, providing a Supporting Statement (of no more than 500 words) providing evidence of how you demonstrate the Success Profiles noted above.   

Please note that a CV is not required for this opportunity. 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application, but all statements and examples provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, and presented as your own) applications will be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. 

Please see our candidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment. 

If you are interested in this opportunity, you should seek permission from your manager and C-band manager before applying on a level transfer (TLT) basis.  If applying on Temporary Promotion you should inform your manager and C-band manager from the outset of your intention to apply. If successful in your application, your release must be agreed by your line manager and C-band manager or relevant unit head. 

Please note that the post is only open to individuals who have satisfactorily completed their probationary period. 

If we receive a high number of applications, we will be carrying out an initial sift. Only candidates who are able to demonstrate the Experience Criteria – Established operational experience in criminal investigation with experience in covert surveillance, will be progressed to the full sift.

Dates to Remember
Statement submitted by: Wednesday 21st October at 17:00
Informal chats: from Tuesday 3^rd November 2026 (This may be subject to change)  

Duration of Temporary Opportunity 
This opportunity will be for up to 12 months in duration.

Hybrid Working 
We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices.  This role can only be offered as Part Time (FTE 0.6 / 21 hours). The location will be High Street, Glasgow and the days will be Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. It is also expected that Thursdays would be the day that you would attend the office.

Further Information 
This post requires the successful candidate to clear additional National Security Vetting clearance (Security Check Level) before a start date can be offered. Further information regarding National Security Vetting clearance can be found here - United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK)

This role is only available to those currently employed (on a permanent basis) by Social Security Scotland, Scottish Government Main or Common Citizenship organisations. Please note that applicants from Common Citizenship organisations may apply only on a promotion basis and not via a level transfer. 

Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process and during the course of your employment, should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you may require assistance with any part of our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected].    

If you experience any difficulties accessing our website or completing the online application form, please contact the Resourcing Team via [email protected].     

If you have any questions about the role please contact Frances Smith at [email protected]