Resource Planning Assistant

Merseyside Police; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rewarding environment at a leading urban police force. This role offers the opportunity to manage resources effectively while contributing to community safety and engagement. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the organization values its employees and provides extensive support and training. Enjoy generous benefits including flexible working hours, a local government pension scheme, and access to on-site gyms. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to on-site gyms

Discounts via Blue Light Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Generous maternity/paternity leave

Sick pay provisions

Qualifications

• Must complete training in resource management.
• Knowledge of resource allocation and scheduling is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Resource Management System effectively.
• Assist in providing efficient resource services to the Force.

Skills

Resource Management

IT Literacy

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Training in Resource Management

Tools

Windows

MS Office

Resource Management Systems

Job description

Force Resource Unit

Full Time 36.5 Hours

Permanent

Grade C (£26,106 - £28,653)

Rose Hill Headquarters

Merseyside Police is a dynamic, challenging, rewarding place to work: we take pride in everything we do.

The best performing urban Force as graded by HMICFRS to date, our strategy is simply to put the communities of Merseyside first. We have a strong focus on continuous improvement in the areas we're passionate about: ending Violence Against Women & Girls; tackling Serious Organised Crime & County Lines; strengthening our approach to Diversity & Inclusion; building trust & confidence through Community Engagement.

You'll be working for a friendly employer who has a passion for investing in our people and creating the conditions so you can thrive and be your best self.

Job Purpose

To administer the Resource Management System and assist the Resource Planning Supervisor in ensuring an efficient and effective resource service is provided to the Force.

Knowledge & Experience

Post holder is required to undertake and successfully complete a training course in resource management. Knowledge of resource allocation and work scheduling issues, including relevant Personnel Policies, Police Regulations, Police Support Staff Conditions of Service, Working Time Regulations and Health and Safety Legislation will be required.

Must be IT literate with an ability to use Force Systems including: Windows, MS Office applications and resource management systems to assist in maintaining computerised systems and to undertake other administration duties.

Communication and influencing skills the post holder will be required to resolve both competing demands for limited resources and the needs of the individual against those of the organisation.

Post holder must be self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure, prioritising workloads to effectively meet deadlines and maintain smooth running of the unit. Post holder must work well as part of a team.

Benefits

At Merseyside Police we value our employees, and we provide ample support and training to ensure you excel in your role, alongside receiving benefits such as:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays pro rata, increasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary.
• Access to on-site gyms at HQ and OCC.
• Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme.
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependent).
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
• Flexible working opportunities from 7am to 7pm (must work during the core hours 10:00-15:00).
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
• Sick pay provisions.

We Are Committed To Diversity, Equality And Inclusion

Building a workforce that represents our communities is important to us. We aim to attract and retain people with the best skills and potential, and we want to attract a diverse range of individuals who might not have considered a career with us before. We particularly welcome applications from females and black & ethnic minority candidates.

To help us achieve a workforce that reflects our communities, we have a dedicated team working to encourage people from diverse backgrounds to build their careers with us. They also provide support & guidance throughout the application process to candidates from under-represented groups.