Deputy Town Clerk - Maldon, United Kingdom - Maldon Town Council
2 weeks ago
Description
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established Town Council in the historic market town of Maldon, Essex. Maldon Town Council wishes to recruit a Deputy Town Clerk following the departure of the previous postholder during April 2024.
The Council seeks an efficient, reliable, and resilient individual to provide support to the Town Clerk, as part of a small friendly team, and assist in the administration of Council and Committee business.
Day-to-day, the role will be to support the Town Clerk and Councillors, liaise with members of staff, local authority officers, and members of the public.
You will be involved in the organisation and management of civic and other town events run by the Council, and in maintaining the Council's premises in conjunction with the Town Clerk.
You will deputise for the Town Clerk and in their absence be the Proper Officer of the Council with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Council's administration and its staff, working with the Assistant Responsible Financial Officer to ensure the financial probity.
A local government background would be beneficial.
Excellent IT skills are essential, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and social media), together with experience in promotional activities such as updating websites and designing posters and leaflets.
Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent
Pay:
£29,269.00-£32,076.00 per year
Expected hours: 21 per week
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Onsite parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
- Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location:
In person
Application deadline: 16/05/2024
Reference ID:
MTCDTC0424
