Administrative & Support Officer

Douglas City Council; Douglas; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Douglas City Council is seeking an Administrative & Support Officer on a part-time basis (18.5 hours per week: Wednesday–Friday). The role involves being the initial contact for external/internal bodies and the public, supporting the City Centre Manager, Building Control and Community & Enforcement teams, and occasionally covering other services.

Informal discussion can be arranged with Chris Pycroft, Assistant Chief Officer (Regeneration). Closing date: Sunday 4 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Complete tasks efficiently and to a high standard.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and customers.
• Communicate effectively and adapt to new challenges.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent working

Adaptability

Job description

About You:

ADMINISTRATIVE & SUPPORT OFFICER

18.5 hours per week (Wednesday - Friday)

Grade: 6, SCP 24 – 30 (£38,570 - £46,764 pro-rata)

Douglas City Council is committed to providing high-quality public services across our community. We are dedicated to fairness, collaboration, and delivering outcomes that benefit the people of Douglas.

We are seeking to recruit to the post of part-time Administrative & Support Officer. The role is working in a busy environment where you will be the initial point of contact for external/internal bodies and members of the public as part of a job-share position. Your main functions will be to support the City Centre Manager, Building Control team and Community & Enforcement team although you may occasionally be asked to provide cover for other Council services . If you think you have the skills and experience we are looking for, as set out in the job description for the role, then we would welcome an application from you.

For an informal discussion about the position, please contact Chris Pycroft, Assistant Chief Officer (Regeneration) on 696305 or email [e-mail].

Closing date for submission of completed applications is Sunday 4th October 2026.

Miss K J Rice, Chief Executive, City Hall, Ridgeway Street, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM99 1AD

Douglas City Council is committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce representative of our City.

We are committed to ensuring the recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible to all.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the City we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete tasks efficiently and to a high standard
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and customers
• Communicate effectively and adapt to new challenges

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn