Temporary Electoral Registration Assistant

Temporary Electoral Registration Assistant (2 posts)

Job Reference: 16-09

Organisation: Grampian Assessor & Electoral Registration Officer

Locations: Woodhill House, Westburn Road, Aberdeen

Position Type: 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £17,662 per annum

Hours: 36.25 hours per week (Full Time)

Closing Date: 5pm on Friday 19 August 2016

The Grampian Assessor & Electoral Registration Officer is seeking two motivated individuals to assist with the process of electoral registration in Grampian. The work will focus on canvassing addresses throughout Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire to ensure that the electoral register is up to date. We are looking for people with excellent communication skills who are willing to travel unaccompanied to addresses to deliver forms and assist citizens to register to vote. When not canvassing addresses the job will entail the processing of registration data and assisting colleagues in the office.

The successful applicants will have an organised approach and have the ability to work independently to deadlines. They will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Grampian to meet the operational requirements of the Service. Due to the rural nature of the Grampian area this is normally undertaken by use of a car. Travel expenses and a vehicle user allowance will be provided. Annual leave may be restricted during certain times of the year such as before and during election and canvass periods. You may be required to work additional hours during busy periods, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Training will be provided and previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous.

Application packs can be downloaded below or obtained from Ann Wood at Grampian Assessor & ERO, Woodhill House, Westburn Road, Aberdeen AB16 5GE, tel (01224) 664329, or email assessor@grampian-vjb.gov.uk

Informal enquiries to Linda Smith, Administrative Officer, tel (01224) 664763 or email lsmith@grampian-vjb.gov.uk

The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on Friday 19 August 2016.

Note – Successful candidates will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure Check.