Operational Events Planner
Operational Support
Carr Gate, Wakefield
1 x Permanent Vacancy
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hardworking Individual to join the Force Planning unit to undertake the role of an Operational Events Planner in a Full Time Position.
Responsibilities for the role include: -
• Plan, resource, and co-ordinate the policing of operational and sporting events.
• Liaise and communicate on a regular basis with external event/protest organisers and police commanders (pre, during and post event) to identify specific requirements that need to be considered in the planning/running and debrief of events/protest.
• A knowledge of the National Decision Making (NDM) model, identifying intelligence gaps, appropriate legislation, and resources to support the police in fulfilling its core responsibilities at events.
• To attend Safety Advisory Groups as a representative of West Yorkshire Police to provide suitable advice and guidance relating to Public Order Public Safety (POPS) matters.
and who -
• Has good communication skills.
• Able to produce concise reports or other documents.
• Able to appropriately prioritise and plan own work.
• Able to proactively develop effective working relationships with colleagues, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Have knowledge of planning and working large events.
Applicants must have the following:
• Full UK Driving license
Applications are welcomed based on the current Competencies Values Framework criteria. The role is based at Jubilee House, Carr Gate with the occasional requirement to travel for business purposes. The successful applicant will need to be prepared to work flexibly and be part of a rota covering 24/7 on-call responsibilities.
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required, please refer to the Competency and values framework (CVF) | College of Policing (this link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form. Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
For further information about the role, please contact
PS Matthew Jackson, Matthew.jackson@westyorkshire.police.uk or
PS Kieran Dawson, kieran.dawson@westyorkshire.police.uk
The 2024 version of the Competency Values Framework applies to this process.
This post will close at 23:55 hours on Monday 20th August 2026.
