Applications and Development/Information Systems

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.

Police Scotland continue to improve and evolve a number of our core digital solutions to retain and enhance the capability and flexibility required to address the ongoing and evolving demands on policing and criminal justice over the next decade.

In support of this, we are seeking a Production Database Administrator who will be involved in an upgrade project. This project focuses on migrating our Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) software to a current level to ensure more accurate dispatching, allowing front line police to respond proactively to emerging threats.

If you are an experienced Production Database Administrator seeking a new challenge, why not come and join the team that builds the technologies underpinning one of the most critical public services in Scotland.

Please Note - This is a fixed term post for up to 12 months not exceeding the end of September 2027.

Key Responsibilities -

Design, develop, administer, programme, support and maintain enterprise database systems and services, in accordance with agreed standards and to assist in providing a strategic co-ordination of these technologies within the general ICT environment across Police Scotland and the SPA.
Involve working with suppliers and project teams in managing the implementation of application, application patches and upgrades, and third line troubleshooting.

Why join us?

Competitive salary with annual increments
Full-time or part-time shift patterns
28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays (increases with service)
Local government pension scheme for long-term security
Ongoing training to develop your skills
Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment
Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network

Every role in Police Scotland plays a part in Keeping People Safe.

This is an opportunity to join a national organisation serving communities across Scotland, where integrity, fairness and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

Police Scotland serves over 5 million people across Scotland’s cities, towns, rural and island communities.

Our 2030 vision is for safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce. We are committed to equality, human rights and building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

You should have been resident in the UK for a minimum of five years immediately prior to application for this role

Currently Police Scotland have guidance in place that allows appropriate roles to be operated on an agile basis, should you have an interest in working more flexibly then we would encourage your application.

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