About the role
We are looking for a Systems Administrator and Project Officer to join our Revenues and Benefits team at our offices in Bideford, working up to 37 hours per week. Please specify how many hours you would like to work, and the working pattern that would best suit your lifestyle, on your application form.
As a Systems Administrator and Project Officer working at Torridge, you will be responsible for the provision of IT systems within the department and provide technical expertise and support to the team. You will have the opportunity to lead the implementation and development of various initiatives and projects, ensuring the ongoing digital transformation of the service maximises IT efficiencies.
The ideal candidate will have experience working within a Systems Administrator role, preferably within Revenues and/or Benefits, however this is not essential. You should also have the ability to interpret complex instructions and have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in order to identify and solve problems.
Benefits of working for us
Our office is located on the banks of the Torridge estuary in Bideford, one of the most breath-taking parts of the South West within walking distance of the dramatic North Devon Coastline.
We offer a fantastic benefits package, which includes:
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme which the Council contributes 17.5% to
- Access to an Occupational Health service to support you at work
- Enhanced sick pay
- Flexi time policy
- Annual leave starting at a minimum of 24 days (pro rata) and rising to a minimum of 29 days (pro rata) after 5 years (plus bank holidays)
- The option to purchase an extra 10 days (pro rata) annual leave
- 3 days extra annual leave for the Christmas shut down
- Access to the cycle to work scheme for the purchase of a bicycle for healthy, low carbon travel
- Extensive training, learning and development opportunities
How to apply
If you are looking for a new professional challenge with a better work life balance then please call Sandra Mounce, Revenues and Benefits Team Leader on 01237 428924 for a confidential and informal discussion about the role and how it might be right for you.
To find out more information or to apply please visit our careers website www.careers.torridge.gov.uk to complete an online application form.
Closing date: 08 June 2023
Interview date: 22 June 2023
