The Role of the Assistant Staff OfficerThe Assistant Staff Officer is a key frontline support position within the Council and is assigned to a service delivery area or to support a functional area as required. The Assistant Staff Officer will work under the direction and management of the Staff Officer or analogous grade or other employee designated by the Administrative Officer, Senior Executive Officer or Director of Services as appropriate. The role involves supporting managers and colleagues and working as part of a team in meeting work goals and objectives and delivering quality services to internal and external customers.The Assistant Staff Officer role requires excellent administrative, interpersonal, communication and other particular skills and expertise depending on assignment and may also be required to deputise for a Staff Officer from time to time. The Assistant Staff Officer will be expected to use initiative and work to a high standard and will be required to operate the Council's existing and future IT systems as part of their work. The successful candidate will be expected to carry out their duties in a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making.The Ideal Candidate Shall DemonstrateKnowledge and understanding of the structure and functions of local government Ability to demonstrate capacity in the competency areas of Understanding Purpose and Change, Delivering Results and Performance through PeopleKnowledge of current local government issues Relevant administrative experience Experience of working as part of a team Experience of preparing reports and correspondence Knowledge and experience of operating ICT systems.