Apprentice Governance & Democratic Support Officer

Dorset Council; United States; Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Council is offering an 18-month apprenticeship as an Apprenticeship Democratic & Governance Officer. You will gain hands-on experience in a large unitary council while working toward a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship.

You'll organise meetings, publish agendas, and take minutes, supporting councillors, officers, and the public. The role involves hybrid working, travel within the council area, and potential evening meetings.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; entry-level apprenticeship in local government.
• You will learn through on-the-job training and guidance from experienced officers.
• You will work towards completing a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Organise meetings, publish agendas, and take minutes at committee meetings.
• Handle communications from councillors, public, and officers.
• Provide support for meeting coordination and remote attendance using MS Teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Written English

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship

Tools

MS Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Dorset Council is offering an 18-month apprenticeship as an Apprenticeship Democratic & Governance Officer. You will gain hands-on experience in a large unitary council while working toward a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship.

You'll organise meetings, publish agendas, and take minutes, supporting councillors, officers, and the public. The role involves hybrid working, travel within the council area, and potential evening meetings.