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Parks Development Officer

Chesterfield Borough Council

£31,067 to £33,366 per year

Chesterfield (On-Site)

Posted 15 days ago

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Revenues and Benefits Officer

Chesterfield Borough Council

the 2 posts are on a career grade scheme (Starting grade is 4 then progression to 5 and 6): grade 4 starting salary: £24,790 to £25,584 per year progression (grades 5 to 6): £25,992 up to £30,559 per year

Chesterfield (Hybrid)

Posted 16 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Group Accountant

Chesterfield Borough Council

£48,710 to £51,802 per year

Chesterfield (Hybrid)

Posted 17 days ago

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