Part-Time Parks & Open Spaces Administration Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Cannock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government agency in Cannock is seeking a Part-Time Parks & Open Spaces Administration Officer to assist in administrative duties for the Parks and Open Spaces section. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Business Administration and excellent customer care skills. Responsibilities include managing inquiries and supporting team activities. This role offers a salary of £25,989 - £28,142 per annum (pro-rata) and various benefits including flexitime and a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

23 days holiday, rising to 26 after 5 years

Flexitime Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted Leisure Centre Membership

Cycle Scheme

Free Car Parking

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual working in administrative duties for Parks and Open Spaces.
• Experience in an office environment necessary.
• Flexible approach to working hours required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day administrative duties.
• Handle inquiries from the public and elected members.
• Work as part of a team supporting the Parks and Open Spaces section.

Skills

Excellent customer care skills

Excellent telephone manner

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office packages

Job description

Part‑Time Parks & Open Spaces Administration Officer

Grade D: £25,989 - £28,142 per annum (pro‑rata)

Post Number: CL498

Permanent - 29 Hours per week

Benefits to you:

• 23 days holiday rising to 26 days after 5 years of continuous service (pro‑rata)
• Flexitime Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Leisure Centre Membership
• Cycle Scheme
• Free Car Parking

We are seeking a self motivated individual who will work as part of a team to assist in the day to day administrative duties to support the Parks and Open Spaces section which includes Cemeteries, Allotments, Countryside, Trees both Urban, Housing and TPO’s.

The successful candidiate will be qualified to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Business Adminisration along with IT skills in the use of Microsoft Office packages sufficient to input and retrieve data.

In addition, the sucessful appliacant must be able to demonstrate experience of working in an office environment and possess excellent customer care skills. You will have an excellent telephone manner when dealing with enquires from members of the public and Elected Members, along with excellent communication, analytical and written skills to enable you to deal with enquires efficiently.

The ability to work on your own initiative and in an organised manner, along with a flexible approach to working hours are all key requirements for this role.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sarah Hammond, Bereavement Services Manager on 01543 464475.

To apply online please go to https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login

Alternatively, please telephone [phone] or write to HR Services, Cannock Chase Council, Civic Centre, Beecroft Road, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1BG or e-mail [e-mail] quoting post number CL498.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday 16th January 2026.

THE COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER