
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of Civil Contingencies Officer based at Thornton Offices, Fife on a permanent basis.
This is a part time post working 18 hours per week, however applications from individuals seeking to work on a flexible working basis would be considered.
The successful candidate will be required to develop and implement arrangements for all internal and external stakeholders involved in emergency preparedness within the remit of Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, ensuring that key players can fulfil their operational roles and responsibilities. They will guide and advise Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Senior Officers on Business Continuity issues and will implement the requirements of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and subsequent legislation and regulations.
Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the recruitment information pack.
This post is also subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. Therefore, the successful candidate’s will be subject to a Standard Disclosure record check through Disclosure Scotland.
Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review – in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements. A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.
Appointment to this post is subject to security vetting and the successful applicant must be willing to undergo UK Security Vetting at Security Check (SC) Level.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.
If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.
Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.
To apply for this job please visit myjobscotland.gov.uk.