Trainee Electoral Services Officer/Electoral Services Officer

Job Introduction

The Role

Would you like a key role at the heart of democracy? Do you have a positive and adaptable approach? Are you able to perform under pressure? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you at North Herts Council.

Working at the centre of the democratic process you will play a vital role in maintaining the register of electors, ensuring those eligible are able to vote. You will work closely with the public to encourage participation in the electoral process. At any type of election, you will be involved in every aspect to support the Electoral Services Manager in ensuring the successful delivery.

This is a career graded position, offering an opportunity to develop in this profession. The role requires a high level of organisational skills, with the ability to identify and adapt to changing priorities whilst working to key deadlines. If you are an excellent communicator, a team player, forward thinking, have attention to detail, comprehensive IT literacy skills, and able to understand and apply procedure rules we want to hear from you. There is a requirement to work long and unsocial hours during election periods, so flexibility on working hours is essential.

Please note, the successful applicant for the above post will be background checked with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

About Us

North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council have four priorities: Thriving Communities, Accessible Services, Responsible Growth and Sustainability. The Council Plan sets out our key priorities and themes for the next five years. The North Herts Values define how we as colleagues work with each other, and we strive to be: Adaptable, Inclusive, Learning, Listening, Together.

Why work with us?

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community.

At North Herts Council we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum requirements for the job.

Please note that all our vacancies require you to live and work in the UK, and selection interviews are face to face in our Letchworth offices or other nearby council sites.

If you would like an informal chat about the post, you can contact Melanie Stimpson, Democratic Services Manager, 01462 474208 or Tanya Symes, Electoral Services Officer, 01462 474502.

Hybrid working:Flexibility with homeworking and office-based days

Working pattern: This job is open to flexible working patterns and working hours

Closing Date: Midnight on 12th June

Interviews: 25th June 2026

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.