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Governance Officer - DGA13395 | Dumfries and Galloway Council | myjobscotland - Dumfries and Galloway Council

Governance Officer - DGA13395 | Dumfries and Galloway Council | myjobscotland with Dumfries and Galloway Council is a people-focused role involving work to join the council in a crucial post within Democratic Services.

Responsibilities: The advert points to members and officers at meetings and in advance, checking draft reports for compliance with council policies, legislation and good practice, clerking meetings where the post holder will be the lead governance officer and supporting the Chair, The post holder will assist the Senior Governance Officer in delivering a work plan for the Governance Team, and membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions, with emphasis on safe, respectful support.

Requirements: Suitable applicants may bring be educated to SCQF Level 9 (degree or equivalent) or have commensurate experience and either hold or be willing to study for a relevant professional qualification in governance, Knowledge of local government and associated legislation, regulations, policy and good practice is essential, also have recent experience of working on corporate governance advice and supporting committees etc, and A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post.

Employment details: also contribute to the maintenance and development of the Standing Orders, Schemes of Delegation, Code of Corporate Governance, Codes of Conduct, Ethical Standards etc and associated procedures and Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from trained Wellbeing Champions.

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Governance Officer DGA13395 | Dumfries and Galloway Council | myjobscotland

Salary and benefits

£44,394 - £47,604 per year

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