SENIOR DEMOCRATIC SERVICES OFFICER

Job Summary: 

Reference: 

DES014

Salary: 

GRADE 6 - £34,834 to £40,221 p.a. plus benefits package

Working Pattern: 

Monday - Thursday 8:45am – 5.00pm and Friday - 8:45am – 4.30pm

Hours: 

37 hours per week

Closing date: 

Monday, 6. May 2024

Interview date: 

Wednesday, 15. May 2024

We are looking for someone to join our small but friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated Democratic Services Team who provide support, guidance and advice to the Council, its various Committees and other decision-making bodies.  You will be directly responsible for the administration of a number of Committees and related bodies; undertake support, research and project work; and provide assistance for Elections and Electoral Services.  You will also give information, support and advice to Councillors, officers and the public.

You will need to have experience of committees/meetings administration, including the production of agendas; attendance at meetings; the preparation and publication of Minutes; and giving procedural advice to ensure compliance with good governance/democratic process.

Also, you will have:
•    Good written, oral, interpersonal and IT skills
•    The ability to work effectively on you own initiative, under pressure and to tight deadlines
•    Good organisation and presentation skills
•    The ability to display tact and discretion while working with Councillors, officers at all levels, external partners/stakeholders, and the public
•    A flexible, proactive, customer-focused approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team

This post would be particularly suitable for someone with Local Government/Public Sector experience, looking to develop their career.

If you are looking to work for an organisation that prioritises environmental sustainability, the Council has made a clear commitment to operate in a responsible and sustainable manner and has recently been awarded the silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme.

In return, the Council offers a range of benefits including:

  • flexible working 
  • childcare scheme (in approved cases)
  • occupational health programme
  • training and development
  • holiday, sickness and salary pension scheme entitlements

The Council is an equal opportunities employer.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Customer services on (01353) 665555 and ask to speak to the Democratic Services Manager.

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