Suffolk County Council, Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service - Bury St Edmunds Fire Station, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3AT - Hybrid £27,711 - £32,654 per annum (pro rata for part time) 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available Fixed Term or Secondment for up to 12 months (maternity leave cover) Suffolk County Council is different. We are a modern, flexible, and forward-thinking organisation that is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our communities. As a District Command Coordinator working in the West District Command team in Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS), you will enjoy a dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued, your potential is nurtured, and your work makes a tangible difference. Ready to reimagine what your career could be? Your role and responsibilities As a valued member of the District Management team within Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service Response, you will be responsible for: Coordinating and managing a wide and varied range of response command needs. Assisting management, administrative, budgetary, and day-to-day needs for the efficient running of the district wholetime and on-call fire stations. Providing full business (Fire) support to the District and Deputy District Commanders as required. Engaging in tasks such as providing financial reports on the SCC Oracle system, routine administrative duties in reporting on operational availability, and processing contractual change requirements. You are required to work three days in-person at Bury St Edmunds Fire Station, with two hybrid days from a preferred location. You will need Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in software platforms such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and the ability to onboard to SCC software systems and cloud-based IT systems. Transferable skills and experience in administration. Efficient time and workload management. Flexibility to occasionally support retained fire stations on their training evenings, which may fall outside of core hours. A desire to develop, innovate, and offer creative solutions for better service delivery. Our people are our most valuable asset, and we are all committed to the ‘We Aspire’ values. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). 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 The SFRS West District Management team is a small but united team that oversees the leadership and management of firefighters and the fire stations within the West Suffolk area. In this district, we managed 12 fire stations,, including 3 Wholetime stations and 12 retained stations. Our team is dedicated to achieving our vision of ‘Swift to serve' so Suffolk is a place where people lead safe and fulfilling lives. We pride ourselves on being a super friendly team with a family feel, making sure everyone feels welcome and supported. 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 Abbie McQuitty (District Command Coordinator) at abbie.mcquittysuffolk.gov.uk or 07423 339053, or Andrew Jackson (Group Manager) at andrewl.jacksonsuffolk.gov.uk or 07774 336340. How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 250 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template. Describe a time when you had to quickly adapt to a new technology or tool that was essential for your role. How did you ensure a smooth transition and effective use of the tool? How do you communicate with your team and stakeholders when managing multiple tasks and changing priorities? Provide an example of a time you kept everyone informed and aligned. How do you demonstrate your commitment to our We ASPIRE values in your daily work? Provide an example of how you have embodied these values in a previous role. Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details). Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitmentsuffolk.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, 9 March 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. As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you’ll enjoy: up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase training and encouragement to expand your knowledge a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation diverse and active staff networks flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day Plus lots more If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) .