Democratic Services Officer/Trainee, East Cambridgeshire District Council

3 weeks ago

Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Association Of Democratic Services Officers Full time

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

Full time, 37 hours per week

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

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.

However, consideration will be given to candidates for a trainee position on the lower salary range from £25,545 to £27,803 p.a, for which training will be given. Appointments to a trainee post will usually be at the bottom of the lower grade, with progression subject to satisfactory performance, and further advancement to the higher grade subject to demonstration of the required competencies and completion of the ADSO qualification.

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.

The Council offers a range of benefits including:

– Childcare scheme (in approved cases)

– Occupational health programme

– Training and development

– Holiday, sickness and salary pension scheme entitlements

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Jane Webb, Senior Democratic Services Officer, on or e-

Apply on line or click on the 'Apply for Job' button below.

Closing date for completed applications: Sunday, 21st April 2024

Interviews will be held on: Wednesday, 8th May 2024

The Council is an equal opportunities employer.

For full details and to apply, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below.


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