Resource Planning Assistant

Resource Planning Assistant
MTRX Force Resource Unit
Grade C - £24,921 - £27,351
12 Months - Fixed Term Contract
Rose Hill, Headquarters

Merseyside Police

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge that will allow you to demonstrate your skills and share your experience within a fast-paced and dynamic working environment?

At Merseyside Police we understand that searching for your first job, your next job, or that big promotion is a huge milestone. Here at Merseyside Police, we always think about what it’s like to be in your position when making those big decisions. It takes courage to make change happen in your life, and we’re here to help you with that.

We’re here for the first step, the next step, and the big step.

You’re not just a number to us. You’ve got to know you’ll love working here. It’s as important to us as you ‘being the right fit’. We want to help you feel what it’s like to work at Merseyside Police to see the value you can bring to any of our roles, and how we can help you grow. We’re never one-size-fits-all. Our careers are as unique as you are.

We’re a kind, ambitious and diverse team, always supporting and encouraging each other. Our people are extremely important to our business, without them we wouldn’t be where we are today, if you like what you hear, then we’d love you to apply!

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.

This role will involve the following shift patterns:

7.00 - 14:48

8.12 - 16:00

8:42 - 16:30

11:12 - 19:00

Please use the attached JDQ and Leadership Framework when completing your 1000 - word evidence, please provide copies of your qualifications and your CV.

Please click here for the full JDQ

Please click here for the leadership Framework

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 rata increasing 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 the Blue 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

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

Building a workforce that represents our communities is important to us. We aim to attract & keep people with the best skills & highest potential. We 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 women and black & ethnic minority candidates.

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

To find out more about the support on offer from our dedicated Outreach team please click here or contact us at Outreach@merseyside.police.uk