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Principal Democratic Services Officer
| Posting date: | 12 August 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £36,648.00 to £40,221.00 per month |
| Additional salary information: | Pay award pending |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 September 2024 |
| Location: | Ilkeston, Derbyshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Erewash Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ000166 |
Summary
Principal Democratic Services Officer
Directorate: Resources
Department: Democratic Services
Salary: Grade G - £36,648 to £40,221 per year (pay award pending)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Ilkeston Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP
Hybrid working available/Evening work required on occasion
An exciting opportunity has come up in our Democratic Services team. If you have a track record in governance and would like to be involved in the decision-making and scrutiny processes, we want to hear from you. To be our Principal Democratic Services Officer, you will have knowledge of local authority constitutions and decision-making processes, along with experience of supporting and advising various committees.
About the Role
Erewash Borough Council is seeking a Principal Democratic Services Officer, to lead and deliver governance support to the local authority, working closely with the council’s elected Members and senior officers across all departments.
As part of our small and friendly team, you will be at the heart of local democracy. Leading a small team, the successful candidate will be expected to provide comprehensive support to the Council’s committees including the Council’s overview and scrutiny function, whilst building strong relationships with stakeholders both within and outside the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement efficient democratic processes.
• Enhance service delivery with innovative solutions.
• Manage complex and competing workloads.
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
• Extensive experience in democratic services within the public sector.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively, with sensitivity and diplomacy as required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of local government decision-making and modern committee management practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Appropriate qualifications in public administration or democratic services, such as the ADSO Diploma in Local Democracy, are highly regarded.
Additional Information
• Politically Restricted Post: This is a politically restricted post under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, which imposes limitations on the political activities of the post holder.
• Evening Meetings: You will be required to attend evening meetings (from 6.30 pm).
Apply Now
The role may suit either an experienced manager or a governance professional looking to take the next step in their career, but what is most important is the attitude and approach to your work. If you’re passionate about the democratic process, a confident leader and not afraid to embrace innovative ways of working, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits of Working for Us
In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:
• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly flexible and hybrid/home working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions
• Subsidised leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme
• Access to an employee benefits e-voucher discount scheme
For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact Danielle Hughes, Head of Law and Governance on 0115 9071136.
Why Choose Erewash Borough Council?
As we usher in a new era with our newly appointed Directors, change and transformation are in the air. Erewash Borough Council offers an exciting and promising future for those who want to make a real impact in the public sector.
The closing date for applications is Monday, 9th September 2024 at midnight.
Previous applicants need not apply.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.
To submit a CV please click on the 'Apply Online' icon located at the foot of the page. You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.
For further information about working for Erewash Borough Council and how to apply for this job please visit our website at https://www.erewash.gov.uk/jobs-section/jobs.html
Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP, Telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail) or e-mail: jobs@erewash.gov.uk
If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account. If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.
The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
The Council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Please ensure that you make it clear on your application form that you wish to be considered under these criteria.
Directorate: Resources
Department: Democratic Services
Salary: Grade G - £36,648 to £40,221 per year (pay award pending)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Ilkeston Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP
Hybrid working available/Evening work required on occasion
An exciting opportunity has come up in our Democratic Services team. If you have a track record in governance and would like to be involved in the decision-making and scrutiny processes, we want to hear from you. To be our Principal Democratic Services Officer, you will have knowledge of local authority constitutions and decision-making processes, along with experience of supporting and advising various committees.
About the Role
Erewash Borough Council is seeking a Principal Democratic Services Officer, to lead and deliver governance support to the local authority, working closely with the council’s elected Members and senior officers across all departments.
As part of our small and friendly team, you will be at the heart of local democracy. Leading a small team, the successful candidate will be expected to provide comprehensive support to the Council’s committees including the Council’s overview and scrutiny function, whilst building strong relationships with stakeholders both within and outside the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement efficient democratic processes.
• Enhance service delivery with innovative solutions.
• Manage complex and competing workloads.
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
• Extensive experience in democratic services within the public sector.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively, with sensitivity and diplomacy as required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of local government decision-making and modern committee management practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Appropriate qualifications in public administration or democratic services, such as the ADSO Diploma in Local Democracy, are highly regarded.
Additional Information
• Politically Restricted Post: This is a politically restricted post under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, which imposes limitations on the political activities of the post holder.
• Evening Meetings: You will be required to attend evening meetings (from 6.30 pm).
Apply Now
The role may suit either an experienced manager or a governance professional looking to take the next step in their career, but what is most important is the attitude and approach to your work. If you’re passionate about the democratic process, a confident leader and not afraid to embrace innovative ways of working, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits of Working for Us
In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:
• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly flexible and hybrid/home working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions
• Subsidised leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme
• Access to an employee benefits e-voucher discount scheme
For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact Danielle Hughes, Head of Law and Governance on 0115 9071136.
Why Choose Erewash Borough Council?
As we usher in a new era with our newly appointed Directors, change and transformation are in the air. Erewash Borough Council offers an exciting and promising future for those who want to make a real impact in the public sector.
The closing date for applications is Monday, 9th September 2024 at midnight.
Previous applicants need not apply.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.
To submit a CV please click on the 'Apply Online' icon located at the foot of the page. You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.
For further information about working for Erewash Borough Council and how to apply for this job please visit our website at https://www.erewash.gov.uk/jobs-section/jobs.html
Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP, Telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail) or e-mail: jobs@erewash.gov.uk
If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account. If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.
The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
The Council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Please ensure that you make it clear on your application form that you wish to be considered under these criteria.
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