Resource Planning Assistant

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

Job summary

Merseyside Police is seeking a Resource Planning Assistant to support the Force Resource Unit. This full-time role involves administering the Resource Management System and ensuring effective resource allocation. Candidates should be IT literate and possess strong communication skills. The position offers various benefits including generous leave, pension scheme, and opportunities for flexible working.

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

Hybrid/Agile working

Support from Health and Wellbeing Centre

Flexible working opportunities

Generous maternity/paternity leave

Sick pay provisions

Qualifications

• Knowledge of resource allocation and work scheduling issues.
• Must be IT literate and able to use Force Systems.
• Ability to resolve competing demands for resources.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Resource Management System.
• Assist the Resource Planning Supervisor.
• Ensure efficient resource service to the Force.

Skills

Communication

Influencing

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

Training in resource management

Tools

Windows

MS Office

Resource management systems

Job description

Resource Planning Assistant
Force Resource Unit
Full Time36.5 Hours
Permanent
Grade C (£26,106 - £28,653)
Rose Hill Headquarters

Merseyside Police is a dynamic, challenging,rewardingplace 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 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 rataincreasing 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 – HQ and OCC
• Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
• Discounts from various retailers via theBlue Light Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
• Flexible working opportunities 7am – 19:00 – (must work during the core working 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 both aim to attract and keep people with the best skills and highest potential,andwe want to attract a diverse range of individuals into our force 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 represents our communities, we have a dedicated teamworking to encourage people from diverse communities to build their career with our force. They also provide support & guidance throughout the job application process to candidates from under-represented groups.