Resource Planning Assistant - #1702038

Force Resource Unit

Full Time36.5 Hours

Permanent

Grade C (£26,106 - £28,653)

Rose Hill Headquarters

Merseyside Police is a dynamic, challenging,rewardingplace to work: we take pride in everything we do.

The best performing urban Force as graded by HMICFRS to date, our strategy is simply to put the communities of Merseyside first.We have a strong focus on continuous improvement in the areas were passionate about: ending Violence Against Women & Girls; tackling Serious Organised Crime & County Lines; strengthening our approach to Diversity & Inclusion; building trust & confidence through Community Engagement.

Youll be working for a friendly employer who has a passion for investing in our people and creating the conditions so you can thrive and be your best self.

Job Purpose

To administer the Resource Management System and assist the Resource Planning Supervisor in ensuring an efficient and effective resource service is provided to the Force.

Knowledge & Experience

Post holder is required to undertake and successfully complete a training course in resource management. Knowledge of resource allocation and work scheduling issues, including relevant Personnel Policies, Police Regulations, Police Support Staff Conditions of Service, Working Time Regulations and Health and Safety Legislation will be required.

Must be IT literate with an ability to use Force Systems including: Windows, MS Office applications and resource management systems to assist in maintaining computerised systems and to undertake other administration duties.

Communication and influencing skills the post holder will be required to resolve both competing demands for limited resources and the needs of the individual against those of the organisation.

Post holder must be self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure, prioritising workloads to effectively meet deadlines and maintain smooth running of unit. Post holder must work well as part of a team.

Benefits

At Merseyside Police we value our employees, and we provide ample support and training to ensure you excel in your role, alongside receiving benefits such as:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays pro rataincreasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary.
• Access to on-site gyms HQ and OCC
• Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
• Discounts from various retailers via theBlue Light Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
• Flexible working opportunities 7am 19:00 (must work during the core working hours 10:00-15:00 )
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
• Sick pay provisions
  
  

We Are Committed To Diversity, Equality And Inclusion

Building a workforce that represents our communities is important to us.We both aim to attract and keep people with the best skills and highest potential,andwe want to attract a diverse range of individuals into our force who might not have considered a career with us before. We particularly welcome applications from females and black & ethnic minority candidates.

To help us achieve a workforce that represents our communities, we have a dedicated teamworking to encourage people from diverse communities to build their career with our force. They also provide support & guidance throughout the job application process to candidates from under-represented groups.