Job Opportunity - FULL TIME CADET EXECUTIVE OFFICER SHROPSHIRE ARMY CADET FORCE

VACANCY - FULL TIME CADET EXECUTIVE OFFICER

SHROPSHIRE ARMYCADET FORCE

Applications are invited for the post of Cadet Executive Officer with Shropshire Army Cadet
Force.

The successful candidate will be located in the County Headquarters, Shropshire
ACF, Copthorne Barracks, Shrewsbury SY3 8LZ.

The salary for the appointment commences at £41,173 which includes an addition for
working unsocial hours and for hours worked in excess of standard hours.

In addition, the successful candidate will be required, as a condition of their employment, to hold a
commission in the Army Cadet Force at the rank of Major, for which they will receive
payment at the appropriate rate up to 28 days per annum.

There is a holiday entitlement of 25 days (30 days for those with a minimum of 5 years
public/military service).

Working through the Deputy Chief Executive as Line Manager, the successful applicant will
be answerable to the Chief Executive and must have ideally served in the Armed Forces or
Cadet Forces. You should have experience in the following:

A sound knowledge of the military system and a wide administrative expertise.
Be familiar with all aspects of military accounting procedures.

Able to advise the County Commandant on al aspects of the AGS21
Syllabus.

Be conversant with staff work to facilitate dealing with military headquarters at
various levels.

The appointment is for a probationary period of six months in the first instance after which it
may be confirmed to the normal retirement age.

A full job description can be obtained via WM website at:
https://www.wmrfca.org/vacancies/

Applicants will be required to provide two suitable referees with their permission and must
undergo Security Clearance (SC) and a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring
Service (DBS) check. Disclosures may affect your appointment to the job.

Cadet Executive Officer (CEO) Pay Band: CZ (AHW)
Shropshire Army Cadet Force - Known as the County

Deputy ChiefExecutive WM RFCA

 1. The CEO is a senior employee of theAssociation and as such is the professional
adviser to the ACF Cadet Commandant, working full-time to support them in the execution
of their duties as defined in the A-C Regulations.

2.The CEO shall, as a condition of employment, be required to serve in the ACF on
 taking up their appointment. They will hold the paid acting rank ot major within the
authorised establishment of the appropriate AC and be entitled to receive up to 28 days
per annum at ACF rates of remuneration.

3. The CEO is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the County in which they
are supported by a number of Permanent Staff Members.

4. In matters of organisation, administration and SHEF, the CEO si responsible to the Chief
Executive WM RFCA.

General Responsibilities:

5. The responsibilities of the CEO for theorganisation and administration of the ACFwithin
the County include:

a. Management ot RCA Permanent Staff.

b. Implementation of and compliance with legislation and regulations for all matters
relating to security, SHEr and duty ot care towards children.

c. Management ot public and non-public funds.

d. control and management of ACF property and MOD provided weapons,
ammunition, vehicles, equipment and stores.

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e. General administration of the ACF at County level.

f. The provision of staff support and professional advice totheCadet Commandant.
Detailed Responsibilities:

6. Management of Permanent Staff:

a. Supervise the work of the Permanent Staff, ensure the provision ofany necessary
training, and appraise, advise and report on performance as directed by RCA
regulations.

D. As line manager, attend to any Permanent Statt disciplinary, welfare and
administrative matters.

7. Legislation and Regulations:
a. Implement and ensure compliance with any legislation affecting the ACF and
regulations issued by HQRegional Command (R), RCA and the Army CadetForce
Association (ACCT) regarding SHEF matters and the duty of care towards children.

b. Act as County Security Officer and ensure compliance with the regulations
contained in(JSP 440 ). Liaise with (HQ Central), coordinate
mandatory security surveys and act on their reports.

.c Act as Designated Cadet Safeguarding Officer - appropriate training will be
provided required.
d. Produce and maintain County SOPs as appropriate.
8. ManagementotPublicandNon-PublicFunds:
a.
Manage budgets as allocated in conjunction with (West MidlandR C A and Q Cent)
including ACF remuneration and allowances.
b. Manage any non-public funds implemented at the County level and prepare the
accounts for annual audit.
c. Supervise and control any non-public funds implemented at the Area and Detachment
level and ensure that appropriate audits are made annually.
9.
Control and Management of Property and Equipment:
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