Parks And Cemeteries Assistant Development Manager

The post holder will have daily operational responsibility for the development of the Parks & Cemeteries Service area. The post holder will have specific responsibility for developing, reviewing and promoting the service and supporting the Manager in development and implementation of Service Business Plans.

Manage a capital and revenue programme of improvements and promote and develop a range of services and strategies including allotments and food growing, community horticulture, tree management, biodiversity and other environmental services including associated projects and community initiatives ensuring budgetary control.

Please note

• This is a Permanent, Full time post, working 36 hours per week Monday to Friday.
• PO3, SCP 33-36 (£41,418 - £44,428 per annum).
• A reserve list may be kept from this recruitment exercise. 
• Applicants should refer to the candidate guidance before completing their application.
• All correspondence in relation to the job vacancy will be completed by email and phone. Therefore, it is important that applicants ensure a valid email address and mobile number are provided and entered accurately when filling out the application form.
• Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly. 

Benefits

Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include:

• ​​​​​​​35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays), rising to 38 days after five years of service, and 41 days after 10 years of service.
• Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 19% of salary).
• Flexi time / Time Off in Lieu (TOIL).
• Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Education / qualifications support after qualifying period.
• Plus much more…