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Administrative Officer

Scale -3 £15,000 pro rata 

Hours: 16 hours per week -Part-Time  (Working pattern is negotiable to be discussed at interview) but must be spread over 3-5 days)

Battersea Park

 About us 

Are you an enthusiastic and energetic person? Can you commit to delivering exceptional levels of customer service ? , Do you want to join our dedicated Parks & Events Police team undertaking the role of Administration Officer…Keep Scrolling! 

 About the Role 

You will be liaising with clients, council officers, police officers and members of the public on the phone and via email. Administer the issue of multiple dog walking licences and permits, and the handling of all incidents, emails, reports and enquiries concerning dogs and dog walkers in the parks and open spaces, including paperwork etc. related to the issue of fixed penalty notices and other enforcement actions and the initial handling of dog related calls/contacts.

 Administration Skills: You will be responsible for all administrative tasks associated with the day-to-day functions of the service whilst prioritising a high workload and maintaining records.

 Communication Skills: You will be dealing with members of the public on a day to day basis via face to face communication, emails and telephone it is essential for you to have the ability to. 

 Problem Solving- Initiative and judgement to respond to and deal with problems sensitively as they arise without the need for support are also essential.

.Team Player- It is essential for you to have the ability as well as using your own initiative. 

 Organisation Skills: You will have great attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload, manage tasks and meet deadlines. 

IT/Systems- Do you have Proficiency in working with Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word and Excel.

 Closing Date:  Friday 29^th March 23:59 

Shortlisting Date: W/C 8^th April 2024

Interview Date: W/C 15^th April 2024  (Including test ) 

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. 

 The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

  We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. 

  We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

 We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave pro rata  (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.  

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils