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TEMPORARY PART TIME - SENIOR CIVIL CONTINGENCIES OFFICER
HOURS: 18.5 hours, Minimum 6 month starting September 2008
SALARY �28,172 - �30,598 (Pro rata)

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Civil Contingencies Officer post in the Civil Contingencies Unit to assist with the further development of our civil contingencies capabilities.

The role is rewarding and challenging which will require the post holder to assist in the effective discharge of the duties and responsibilities of the Civil Contingencies Unit to the nine local authorities in County Durham and Darlington, ensuring that the responsibilities of the Local Authorities and other Category One responders on the Local Resilience Forum are discharged in accordance with the Civil Contingencies Act 2004.

You will need to be achievement focused, with strong communication, planning and project skills.

If you are up for a challenge and would like to assist in achieving these aims then this role may be for you.

What we expect

Enthusiastic and self-motivated individual willing to accept change
Ability to work flexibly as part of a team
Ability to use own initiative and to work to deadlines
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good IT skills and experience of IT systems and data bases

For details of the post please contact Jill Bland on extension 292 at Service Headquarters..

Application packs are available below or by telephoning the Personnel Section on 0191 3324379 (answerphone) or by emailing personnel@ddfire.gov.uk

Closing Date: Applications should be completed and returned by no later than 17:00 hours Friday 8th August 2008.

Applicants need to be aware interviews will take place 26th August 2008
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Information Technology Trainer/Multimedia Technician
Grade 8 - �25,320 - �27,594

County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service are seeking to appoint an Information Technology Trainer / multimedia technician.
The successful applicant will be responsible for facilitating the technical requirements of a multimedia simulation suite and ensuring that all employees have access to learning opportunities and are competent in the use of the Services information technology systems.

Ideally you will have experience in

If you are up for a challenge and would like to assist in achieving these aims then this role may be for you.

What can you expect?

What we expect

Applications and job descriptions are available below or from the Personnel Section, telephone 0191 3324379 which should be completed and returned by no later than 30th July 2008.

If you require further information please contact Adam Hall on 0191 3324277 at Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters.
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Closing Date: 30th July 2008

Administration Assistant: Personnel
Grade: Grade 3 Spinal Column Points 9 – 11
Salary: �13,062 - �14,197 per annum
37 hours per week

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To contribute to the effective operation and development of County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service by the delivery of an effective personnel function.

CONTEXT OF THE ROLE:

County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service are working to protect and improve our Communities
The Personnel Section forms part of the Service Support Department within the Service. It is responsible for handling a wide range of issues, which arise from the employer responsibilities. It aims to ensure that high quality staff are recruited, inducted, retained and developed in order to maximise their potential and enable the Service to deliver its strategic objectives.
The Administration Assistant operates within a framework provided by the Service’s Community Plan, policies and procedures and financial regulations. On a day-to-day basis the postholder will provide administrative and secretarial support to members of the unit in the full range of personnel activities, with a particular emphasis on effective filing systems.
The Service expects the highest standard of communication and conduct from all staff. Respect for confidentiality is essential.
All staff are expected to participate positively in the Appraisal Process, to undertake relevant training and development activities to improve their work performance, and to contribute to the training and development of others.
To promote the Service’s policy of equality and fairness, both within the Service and external in order to demonstrate commitment to anti discriminatory practice in all the Service activities.
To practice and promote the health and safety policies of the Service. To contribute to the development and progression of health and safety within the sphere of responsibility of this role for all employees and service recipients.
The areas of responsibility associated with a particular post may be amended from time to time and where possible, consultation will take place prior to the change. It is expected that the postholder will operate flexibly within the role, location of the role and undertake any other tasks and projects, which could reasonably be expected of someone holding this role.

Closing Date: 18th July 2008

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County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service aim to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from members of the community who are under represented in this Service.

Application details are available in large type, Braille on audio tape, floppy disk and via email. A Minicom facility is available on 0191 3847840.
Disabled applicants who meet the criteria are guaranteed an interview.

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