Committee Officer
Swindon Borough Council
Role
Who You Are
You are an organized and detail-oriented individual who thrives in managing and supporting various council committees and bodies. You have a sound understanding of administrative and procedural workings within a council, and you can handle multiple tasks efficiently. With excellent communication and project management skills, you ensure the smooth operation of meetings and related administrative tasks. You enjoy both independent work and collaborating with others, and you're flexible in working both remotely and in-person at the Civic Offices as required.
What the Job Involves
As a Committee Officer, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to the Council, Cabinet, Overview and Scrutiny Committee, Regulatory Committees, and other Council-affiliated bodies. Your role will include organizing and attending meetings, drafting agendas and minutes, and managing the agenda process. You will conduct research, prepare reports, and provide procedural advice. Administrative duties will include performance monitoring, maintaining records, and ensuring meetings are accessible to the public when applicable. You will facilitate the implementation of agenda management plans and provide briefings for committee chairs.
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Meeting and agenda management
- Report preparation
- Project management
- Administrative procedures
- Strong communication
- Procedural advice
- Performance monitoring
- Remote and on-site work flexibility