Democratic Services Officer
Hours: 37Salary: HC7 £32,062 to £36,363 per annumContract: PermanentLocation: Flexible working, home and office based. The main office is located at Plough Lane, HerefordClosing date: 24 July 2026Interview date: 11 August 2026
The Role
Herefordshire Council is seeking to appoint a Democratic Services Officer to make a positive contribution, to drive innovative and modern strategies and deliver increased improvement and efficiency in the authority’s decision making process.
Responsibilities
The post holders will have pivotal roles in the development and implementation of the Council’s governance arrangements working with elected and co-opted members of the Council. You will assist with the planning, management and co-ordination of the overall business of the Council’s main committees. The Council is moving toward a hybrid Cabinet with Leader system of governance together with providing a scrutiny function and a range of other statutory bodies or regulatory Committees. We also provide a range of other services and functions to the Council and various bodies including School Admissions Appeals Panels.
Qualifications
For this post you will need a clear understanding and knowledge of local government and how democracy works. An understanding of administrative law and procedures relating to local authority meetings would be advantageous. You will need to be proficient in the use of ICT, including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Teams and Zoom virtual meeting platforms. You will need to be a flexible team player with excellent organisational and communication skills, political awareness, a confident and positive disposition and the ability to work with people at all levels.
Benefits
- Salary range of £32,062 to £36,363 per annum
- Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Career progression: clear pathways to progress
- Annual leave: 31 days per annum (pro rata) plus bank holidays; additional 10 days purchasable during the request period
- Flexible working: including potential for job-sharing, part-time hours and agile working
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling
- Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements)
- Pick your perks – access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits; savings, cash back and discounts.
Equal Opportunities & Commitments
- Those who indicate that they have a disability – part of the “Disability Confident” scheme.
- Those who indicate in their application that they are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist – part of the Armed Forces Covenant.
- Those who indicate in their application that they are a Herefordshire care leaver – part of supporting young people leaving care.
Additional Information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are offered this position, it may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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