Total 3 job vacancies by North Hertfordshire District Council

We welcome applications from residents of North Herts and surrounding areas, and these applications will be made on merit.

The role
An exciting opportunity has opened up at North Herts Council for an Apprentice in our Human Resources department. Your responsibilities will include handling customer enquiries via email, telephone, and in person. Additionally, you will assist with various projects and play a crucial role in supporting the services provided by our teams.

The experience you will bring
You will need strong interpersonal skills, be adaptable, a team player, and able to confidently communicate with a wide range of people.

You will possess the ability to relate to people at all levels and work effectively as a member of a team. You can use your initiative, follow instructions accurately, and are eager to learn and apply that learning in the workplace. Additionally, you are willing to adapt to different work roles and remain calm under pressure.

As part of your employment, you will study for and complete a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Human Resource Support.

Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship or in a similar subject.

About us
North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: We put people first and deliver sustainable services, to enable a brighter future together.

Why work with us?
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community.

Please note that all our vacancies require you to live and work in the UK, and selection interviews are face to face in our Letchworth offices or other nearby council sites.

At North Herts Council we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum requirements for the job.

If you would like an informal chat about the post, you can contact Helen Bylett, L&D Manager on 01462 474619.

Closing date:
24 October 2024 12:00
Interview date:
Friday 8 November 2024

The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic Community Partnerships team. The team provides a link between the Council and all elements of the local community and voluntary, charity, faith, and social enterprise sectors. You will be engaging with the public at all levels and working with a range of community groups to support them to sustainably provide activities and services that meet the needs of local people. Key responsibilities include coordinating community network events, advising on and processing grant applications, coordinating and reporting to the Community Forums.

The Experience you will bring
You will have experience in community engagement or working with voluntary, charity, faith, or social enterprise sectors.

You’ll possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse community groups.

You’ll have good organisational skills to coordinate events and manage multiple tasks.

You will need some experience of grant application processes and reporting.

You’ll have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

You will need proficiency in using office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

Please note: The successful applicant for the above post will be background checked with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

About Us
North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: We put people first and deliver sustainable services, to enable a brighter future together.

Why work with us?
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community.

Please note that all our vacancies require you to live and work in the UK, and selection interviews are face to face in our Letchworth offices or other nearby council sites.

At North Herts Council we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum requirements for the job.

If you would like an informal chat about the post, you can contact Claire Morgan – Community Partnerships Team Leader on 01462 474226

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The role
An exciting opportunity for you to work within the Councils ICT Department providing 3rd line support to the council’s ICT user base and elected members. You will be key in supporting the Senior Technical / Development & Cyber Security Officer & ICT Technical Operations Manager delivering technical assistance to all customers across the councils ICT Infrastructure along with supporting ICT project delivery on new and exciting challenges.

The experience you will bring
You will have extensive knowledge & experience supporting a corporate ICT infrastructure. A high level knowledge and practical experience with networks, security solutions, software and storage. You must have the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems quickly. You will need good customer service skills, be able to work as part of a close team, with an attention to detail and able to prioritise a complex workload in a busy environment.

Please note, the successful applicant for the above post will be background checked with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

About us
North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: We put people first and deliver sustainable services, to enable a brighter future together.

Why work with us?
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community.

Please note that all our vacancies require you to live and work in the UK, and selection interviews are face to face in our Letchworth offices or other nearby council sites.

At North Herts Council we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum requirements for the job.

If you would like an informal chat about the post, you can contact Daniel Crowhurst, Senior Technical / Development & Cyber Security Officer on 01462 474408 or Mark Robinson, Technical Operations Manager on 01462 474699.

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Closing date:
02 September 2024 12:00

Interview date:
Week commencing 16 September