Democratic Services Officer/trainee - Ely, United Kingdom - Hiring Wizard

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Ely, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Hiring Wizard on behalf of
East Cambridgeshire District Council have an exciting opportunity for a
Democratic Services Officer/Trainee to join their team.

Location:
CB7 4EE

Salary:
Scale 3 £25,545 to £27,803 p.a. or Scale 5 £31,364 to £35,745 p.a. plus benefits package

Job Type:
Permanent/ Full-time

Application Close Date: 21st of April

About Us:

East Cambridgeshire District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking Council

with a number of exciting initiatives and projects in the pipeline. The Council has two

local authority trading companies, providing extra challenges and opportunities for

the authority.

Democratic Services Officer - The Role:

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.

This is a career-graded post and the starting salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

Democratic Services Officer:

To be considered for the higher salary range from £31,364 to £35,745 p.a.

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.

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

Democratic Services Trainee:

Democratic Services Officer - Key Responsibilities:

Administer a number of Committees and related bodies
Undertake support, research, and project work for Committees and decisionmaking bodies
Provide assistance for Elections and Electoral Services
Offer information, support, and advice to Councillors, officers, and the public

Democratic Services Officer - You:

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, customerfocused approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team

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.

Democratic Services Officer - Benefits:

Childcare scheme (in approved cases)
Occupational health programme
Training and development
Holiday, sickness and salary pension scheme entitlements

Application Process
The Council is an equal opportunities employer.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 8th May 2024

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£25,545.00-£35,745.00 per year

Work Location:
In person