Event Planning Officer

Lincolnshire Police; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force in Lincoln is looking for an organised professional to handle the planning of Operational Orders for various events. The role requires coordinating public safety efforts, producing risk assessments, and working closely with multiple agencies to ensure effective event management. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, a flexible work approach, and the ability to travel. Previous experience in event management is desirable. This is a key role in upholding public safety during major operations.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills are essential for planning events.
• Excellent communication abilities to liaise with various partners.
• Flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Current full driving licence and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Operational Orders for events requiring police deployment.
• Produce event-specific risk assessments and operational records.
• Liaise with event organisers to support safe event delivery.
• Represent Lincolnshire Police at key planning forums.

Skills

Organisational skills

Excellent communication

Flexible approach

Ability to work with partners

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual to plan and prepare Operational Orders for a wide range of events across Lincolnshire. From major public gatherings and sporting fixtures to festivals, demonstrations, and specialist policing operations, you will play a key role in ensuring events are safely and effectively managed. This role also includes co‑ordinating Mutual Aid, providing logistical support, and representing Lincolnshire Police at key planning forums.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing Operational Orders for events requiring police deployment
• Producing notifications for non‑policed events
• Working closely with the Resource Management Unit to plan staffing requirements
• Liaising with Licensing, event organisers, and other agencies to support safe event delivery
• Producing event‑specific risk assessments and maintaining accurate operational records
• Acting as a point of contact for advice on safe event planning
• Attending Safety Advisory Groups (SAGs) and carrying out During Performance Inspections
• Advising senior management on event safety, policing considerations, and charging policies
• Supporting multi‑agency event planning work through the Lincolnshire Event Safety Partnership
• Co‑ordinating Regional and National Mutual Aid requests
• Undertaking command, control, or logistics roles during events as required

Why This Role Matters

This role is central to ensuring that events across Lincolnshire are safe, well‑planned, and professionally managed. You will help uphold public safety, support operational readiness, and ensure that policing standards reflect the principles of the Code of Ethics. Your work will directly support both community confidence and the smooth running of major operations across the county.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone with strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and the confidence to work with partners at all levels. You’ll need a flexible approach, as some evening and weekend work is required to meet operational demands. You must also be willing to travel to various locations when needed and hold a current full driving licence. A commitment to high professional standards and collaborative working is essential.

If this opportunity interests you, please review the full job description and person specification for detailed requirements and further information.