Overview
Weekend Working: Occasionally as required at election times only
We are seeking an Electoral Services Officer to join our Elections team and support the delivery of all elections, polls, and the maintenance of the electoral register. While this role will primarily be based with our Harrogate locality team, you will also contribute to work across the whole of North Yorkshire. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a highly motivated individual. Reporting to the Principal Electoral Services Officers and supported by the Electoral Services Manager, you will play a key role in:
Responsibilities
* Maintaining the electoral register by processing applications throughout the year, including postal and proxy vote requests submitted both online and on paper.
* Supporting the annual household canvass, ensuring accurate property records and efficient delivery.
* Assisting with the delivery of elections and polls, including organising polling materials, booking polling stations, appointing staff, and participating in key processes such as the count.
The role involves working flexibly under pressure to meet tight deadlines, including evenings and weekends during election periods. We are looking for someone resilient, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality electoral services. You will also bring:
Qualifications and requirements
* Solid understanding of electoral rules, regulations, and best practices.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills as the role will involve speaking to residents over the phone, by email and in person.
* Proficiency in IT systems and applications.
* Political awareness and sound judgment.
* Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise your own workload effectively.
* The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
* An AEA Certificate (or a willingness to work towards achieving it).
Working for us
North Yorkshire is a unitary authority and the largest by geography in England, serving an electorate of around 480,000. This scale brings a diverse and dynamic range of election activity—from unscheduled by-elections in smaller rural communities to major, full-area polls that attract significant political interest and media attention.
When you join us, you’ll enjoy an excellent benefits package and a comprehensive wellbeing plan.
* Generous annual leave: Starting at 28 days and rising to 34 days (pro-rata) with continuous service, plus public holidays.
* Pension scheme: Secure your future with our local government pension scheme, featuring an employer contribution of 22.6%.
* Health & fitness perks: Access discounted memberships at gyms across the county—stay active and save money.
* Lifestyle savings: Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.
Contact and Apply
If you would like to learn more about our opportunity, we recommend contacting J anice Senior on 01757 292232.
To apply, we’d like to hear about you and what motivates you. Please complete the supporting evidence section of the application form, explaining your reasons for applying and how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Venue for Interview: Harrogate Civic Centre
Postholders are subject to employment clearances to meet Baseline Personnel Security Standards (link) which includes identity, employment history, right to work, time spent abroad and unspent criminal record (basic DBS) vetting. This is a politically restricted post as defined by the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
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