Technical Support Officer, Project TARA Agricultural Enforcement - 28789
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National
All
All
Staff Grade 3
Fixed Term
Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Compressed Hours
Operational Delivery
£27,245 pro-rata
Have you got a passion for protecting the environment? Have you got good administrative skills and an eye for detail. Are you looking to develop a career in environmental protection?
We are looking for good communicators with excellent administrative skills and an interest in enforcement to work in our new Agriculture enforcement support team, working directly with area field officers to support their enforcement activities.
As a part of Project TARA (Testing Approaches to Regulation of Agriculture) this is initially a year’s trial (until 31st March 2025) of a new approach to enforcement, designed to free up our regulatory officer’s time using dedicated enforcement support officers.
You will work with our area field officers, helping them carry out investigations, with a focus on completion of systems, record keeping and co ordinating delivery of actions of various officers and teams.
Proficiency in IT systems and working well in teams will be essential to ensure success.
You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan, so we’ll support you to find an incident role to suit your needs and circumstances. Appropriate training will be given.
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We are looking for good communicators with excellent administrative skills and an interest in enforcement to work in our new Agriculture enforcement support team, working directly with area field officers to support their enforcement activities.
As a part of Project TARA (Testing Approaches to Regulation of Agriculture) this is initially a year’s trial (until 31st March 2025) of a new approach to enforcement, designed to free up our regulatory officer’s time using dedicated enforcement support officers.
You will work with our area field officers, helping them carry out investigations, with a focus on completion of systems, record keeping and co ordinating delivery of actions of various officers and teams.
Proficiency in IT systems and working well in teams will be essential to ensure success.
You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan, so we’ll support you to find an incident role to suit your needs and circumstances. Appropriate training will be given.
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
You will join the E&B Agriculture team.
We use smart tools to stay connected, but some travel and overnight stays may be required.
We’re part of the Environment and Business (E&B) Directorate which supports the Environment Agency by using evidence, expertise, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation, and secure resources. We steer the direction, set the priorities, and shape our organisation's approach to deliver environmental outcomes and better regulate.
We use smart tools to stay connected, but some travel and overnight stays may be required.
We’re part of the Environment and Business (E&B) Directorate which supports the Environment Agency by using evidence, expertise, and innovation to enhance and support delivery, influence policy, legislation, and secure resources. We steer the direction, set the priorities, and shape our organisation's approach to deliver environmental outcomes and better regulate.
In your capability-based answers please demonstrate your:
• Communication skills
• Experience of working in teams
• Experience of handling data
You’ll have a range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.
• Communication skills
• Experience of working in teams
• Experience of handling data
You’ll have a range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.
We’re committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve, so welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds.
For more information about working for us, who to contact regarding these roles and how to apply please read the Candidate Pack and Additional information document
If you have any queries, or want to discuss the role, working patterns, base locations etc, please contact louise.weller@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications will be “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held using MS Teams during April 2024
If you consent to be recruited onto a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and we may offer you an alternative post.
For more information about working for us, who to contact regarding these roles and how to apply please read the Candidate Pack and Additional information document
If you have any queries, or want to discuss the role, working patterns, base locations etc, please contact louise.weller@environment-agency.gov.uk.
Applications will be “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held using MS Teams during April 2024
If you consent to be recruited onto a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and we may offer you an alternative post.
05/04/2024, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
up to 31/03/25
Communicates Effectively
Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Please give an example of when you have used multiple communication methods to achieve an outcome
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Please give an example of when you have used multiple communication methods to achieve an outcome
Works in Teams
Works co-operatively as part of a team to achieve common goals.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Please give an example of a piece of work you have delivered as apart of a team
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Please give an example of a piece of work you have delivered as apart of a team
Data and Information Management
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Please give an example of where you have accurately gathered, processed and stored information
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
Please give an example of where you have accurately gathered, processed and stored information
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.