Property Clerk

Role Overview

The Property Clerk role is based in Sheffield, working within the South Yorkshire Police department. This temporary position lasts up to 12 months and requires 37 hours weekly. The role focuses on managing property that comes into police custody, ensuring all procedures comply with legal requirements and force policies.

Primary Duties

• Travel across any location within the Sheffield District as necessary.
• Handle heavy lifting tasks as part of property management.
• Wear a uniform as required during the role.
• Receive and collect property from various interim stores around the district, including sensitive items such as drugs, firearms, and cash, transporting them to the Central Property Store.
• Maintain accurate records of property (excluding items found in a computer database).
• Label property clearly for straightforward identification.
• Prepare and cross-reference forensic documentation and exhibits before submission.
• Organize property stores logically for easy access, covering both main and interim stores.
• Maintain and manage property review procedures for the disposal process.
• Coordinate all arrangements related to disposal, including organizing auctions.
• Respond to property inquiries from the public through in-person and written communication.
• Operate the property van when required and work from different South Yorkshire Police Property stores as needed.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Prior experience in an administrative role is essential.
• Proven ability to interact with the public both face-to-face and via telephone.
• Proficiency in computer use, including data entry and retrieval using Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to provide biometric samples (DNA) for inclusion on policing elimination databases to meet ongoing role requirements.

Additional Information

A minimum three-year checkable history is mandatory for applicants, alongside successful recruitment vetting. Employees must adhere to appearance and conduct standards aligned with South Yorkshire Police values of Fairness, Integrity, and Trust. Visible tattoos are permitted unless deemed inappropriate.

The role is categorized as a Field position, requiring travel to various sites within the district without flexibility for permanent remote work. Employment is fixed-term with possibilities for extension or conversion to permanent status based on business needs. Application support for internal candidates involves approval from current line managers.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £25,242 to £27,204 per annum with pension scheme eligibility.
• Generous annual leave entitlements.
• Comprehensive family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Flexible working arrangements such as flexi-time.
• A work culture rooted in fairness, integrity, and trust with development and leadership training opportunities.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support.
• Access to lifestyle benefits including Blue Light Card, company shop discounts, and cycle-to-work schemes.
• Engagement with sustainability initiatives under the South Yorkshire Police Sustainability Strategy 2020-2025.
• Membership of Sports and Social Club, along with various staff support groups.

Diversity and Inclusion

Applicants from female and ethnic minority backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply. The department values diversity in experience and perspectives to enhance community service and offers support for underrepresented groups and those seeking part-time or job-share arrangements.

Application and Recruitment Notes

Applications require completion of pre-employment checks such as references, medical clearance, and vetting. The closing date for applications is August 17, 2026, and extensions are rare.