Group Leader for the Investigation Team

Are you ready for a greater challenge? The Swedish Police Authority is Sweden's largest authority with approximately 40,000 employees, organized into seven police regions, several national departments, and a secretariat. The authority is undergoing extensive growth that will continue over the coming years to meet future challenges. Working for the police means creating security in people's lives. Every day. The Norrbotten Police Area is one of the police areas in the North region. The geographical area spans 14 municipalities – from Arvidsjaur in the south to Kiruna 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, along with a police area office. Within the Eastern Norrbotten local police area, there are intervention and crime prevention activities, investigation groups, as well as support and service. We are now seeking a group leader for the investigation group. JOB DESCRIPTION As the group leader for the investigation activities, you will report to the local police area chief and be part of the local police area's management team, where you will collectively be responsible for ensuring that assignments are carried out and for driving the authority's change and development work. You will have particular responsibility for the section/unit/group's activities within investigation and prosecution, as well as its results. As a group leader, you represent the entire Police Authority both internally and externally and work to strengthen trust in police operations. Being a manager and leader within the Police Authority means creating security and building trust by exercising sincere, courageous, and attentive leadership with confidence in others' competence and abilities. As a manager, you drive development by inspiring and encouraging reflection and feedback in a manner that is based on our adherence to the law and equal treatment of individuals. You create conditions and work towards good relationships that contribute to our collective actions based on what is best for citizens and the mission as a whole. QUALIFICATIONS This is an opportunity for you who have: • At least 12 months of continuous experience working as a team leader, project manager, or similar role within the last three years • Experience participating in change and development work • Experience in the relevant operational area • A relevant degree/education for the function We consider it an asset if you also have: • Experience leading others towards set goals and results • Participation in management forums • Experience in the police organization's operations • Training in management and leadership for direct, indirect, and/or strategic levels • Experience participating in/driving collaboration with community stakeholders outside the police organization/your own organization When hiring, we will place great emphasis on personal qualities and leadership abilities. The assessment will be based on the Police Authority's leadership criteria. The leadership criteria describe a desirable leadership style within the Police Authority and encompass the following abilities: • Analysis and holistic perspective • Goals and results • Development and change • Social security • Oral and written communication • Creating participation and motivation Read more about the leadership criteria at https://polisen.se/ledarkriterier/ If the link is not clickable, please copy and paste the link text into your browser. [Include the text explanation at the link in the advertisement since links will not be clickable on LinkedIn.] As part of the selection process, tests will also be used. OTHER Work location: Haparanda or Kalix Working hours: Weekly planned 5:2 Start date: By agreement Function: Group Manager Job title: Case Officer or Police Inspector Apply by attaching your CV (we do not want a personal letter) and answering the selection questions. The questions are based on the requirements profile for this recruitment, and your answers will form the basis for the selection process. Answering the questions is a prerequisite for your application to be considered complete. Please note that qualifications 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 through the Police's recruitment support Visma Recruit. If you have protected personal information, references, or similar information that you consider sensitive, we recommend that you contact the responsible HR consultant before proceeding with your application. If you wish to supplement your application, please contact the responsible HR consultant. 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 encourages diversity, creativity, and personal development. Please read about our benefits as an employee of the police at: https://polisen.se/erbjudande We conduct our operations according to our core values: engagement, efficiency, and accessibility. As an employee of the police, you act for equal treatment. This is a prerequisite for legal