Electoral Services Manager

Fylde Borough Council is a district council on the west coast of Lancashire, just south of Blackpool. It has one parliamentary constituency and 15 parish councils. There are two main towns, which form the urban centres, and a large rural hinterland.

This is a permanent post, and we are looking for a committed and experienced electoral administrator to lead and manage our electoral services.

Preferably holding the AEA certificate, or prepared to study for it, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate significant experience of managing all types of elections and the electoral registration process.

A good team player, you will be an excellent communicator and be able to interpret legislation and statutory guidance. This is a key role within the authority and the successful applicant will need to work flexibly to deliver successful outcomes within the usual constraints facing local government.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Tracy Scholes, Director of Governance and Partnerships on 01253 658521, or Roger Davies, Interim Electoral Services Manager on 01253 658502.

The closing date for the post is Thursday 8th April 2010 with the interviews scheduled for Thursday 13th May 2010.

For full details please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Please apply online or telephone our 24 hour recruitment answerphone on 01253 477244 for details to be sent by post.