Emergency Planning Officer at Suffolk County Council

, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

34434.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crisis Management, Emergency Planning, Civil Contingencies Act 2004, Local Government Operations, Interpersonal Skills, Stakeholder Engagement, Emergency Preparedness, Professional Competence

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Suffolk County Council Address: Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX – Hybrid Salary: £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available Contract: Fixed Term or Secondment until 5 October 2027 We’re passionate about making Suffolk safer and more resilient. As our new Emergency Planning Officer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council, as well as other Suffolk local authorities, to prepare for and respond to emergencies. Your work will help ensure our communities are ready for whatever comes their way. What you’ll be doing Helping councils meet their statutory duties under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. Developing and maintaining contingency plans and emergency arrangements. Delivering engaging training and practical exercises for staff and partners. Ensuring emergency equipment and infrastructure are ready and maintained. Collaborating with colleagues across Suffolk to build strong, effective partnerships. About you We hope you’ll bring: Experience in crisis management or emergency planning. Detailed knowledge of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. A sound understanding of how local government operates. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work confidently with a range of stakeholders. Evidence of professional competence in emergency preparedness and management. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team You’ll join a friendly, supportive team in the Suffolk Joint Emergency Planning Unit, working together to protect our communities and support each other’s growth and development. Empowering Everyone We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report For more information Please contact Steve Henthorn for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 07920 466340 or emailing Stephen.Henthorn@suffolk.gov.uk If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of theJPP. You should use the Supporting Statement template. Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4. We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 26 October 2025. Interview date: 12 November 2025. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

The Emergency Planning Officer will support local councils in preparing for and responding to emergencies, ensuring communities are ready for various challenges. Responsibilities include developing contingency plans, delivering training, and maintaining emergency equipment.