SYP - IS Programme Support Officer

Role: IT Programme Support Officer (DAMS) -February 2021

Department: Information Services

Location: Nunnery Square, Sheffield and Melton, Humberside

Salary: £26,016 - £29,793 per annum

Hours: 37 Hours per Week

Contract Type: Temporary – approximately 12 months

The successful candidate will work as part of the IT Project Management Office team to plan, coordinate and support the implementation of request for change, relating to the DAMS (Digital Asset Management) programme of work. You will perform project related tasks and duties as required in relation to this programme.

It is anticipated that the individual taking up this post will have a good understanding of systems policies and procedures, a good overall knowledge of Microsoft Office and the function of an IT Service.

To be considered you will have the ITIL Foundation qualification and ideally, you will have knowledge and experience of project planning and methodologies- Prince II.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively assist in the day-to-day delivery of planning and monitoring in all aspects of the IS work programme to ensure progress is in accordance with the delivery of desired outcomes.

• Undertake IS business administration and carry out tasks in support of the identified IS work-stream as required, such as arranging and participating in meetings, preparing minutes, updating and publishing documentation.

• Undertake IS procurement and financial administrative tasks, including the management of IS contracts

• Work as part of the designated IS team, assisting IS colleagues within and across teams and from external agencies/partners and suppliers.

• Provide specialist business and project support advice and knowledge.

Skills and Experience Required:

• ITIL Foundation Qualification.

For further information relating to the role and tasks of this position, please refer to the attached role profile.

Benefits:

We offer generous entitlements and supportive policies to enable a better work-life balance, some of which are listed below:

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Flexible and agile working
• Generous ‘family’ leave
• Voluntary CPD Events for all staff to allow continuous development
• Mentoring & Coaching Scheme
• Paid Professional Subscriptions when relevant to role
• Access to a range of occupational health facilities
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee assistance service ( accessible 24/7)
• Additional benefits for Westfield Health members
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sports and Social Club

Eligibility:

Applicants must meet the minimum requirement checkable history criteria, which must be taken into account for individuals applying to work with South Yorkshire Police in any capacity. A minimum checkable history of 3 years / 5 years is required for this role and successfully undergoing recruitment vetting procedure is a pre-requisite of employment with South Yorkshire Police.

Appearance & Standards:

All tattoos and piercings must be in line with South Yorkshire Police’s Appearance and Standards policy. Tattoos visible on your face, neck, hands or head are not permitted. Any tattoos which could be deemed inappropriate or cause offence will also not be accepted. If you have tattoos, you will need to make a declaration at the time of application.

Closing Date: Friday 5 March 2021 at 23:55.

Closing dates are not normally extended, other than in exceptional circumstances and agreement is made with the HR Manager, Recruitment and the Line Manager for the role.

Contact point for applicants:

For further information about the role, please contact Richard Hutton on 0114 2196785. Please do not contact this number for an application form.

Further Information:

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Diversity & Inclusion:

South Yorkshire Police welcome applications from under-represented communities. For further information on diversity and inclusion within South Yorkshire Police, please visit the diversity and inclusion page:

https://www.southyorkshire.police.uk/sign-up/join-team-syp/diversity-in-the-force/

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Internal Secondments:

To apply for this post as a secondment, you must have the support of your current Line Manager. This should be sent via email to the Hiring Line Manager. Please ensure that the role title and the closing date are stated in the subject of your email.

Without support, your application will not be considered any further.