WEST YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY Localism Act 2011

WEST YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY Localism Act 2011
Appointment of Independent Person The Authority is seeking to appoint an independent person from 1 July 2017. The role of the independent person involves giving their views on matters involving Authority Members and ethical standards issues. Applicants should live or work in West Yorkshire, have an interest in local government, have high standards of integrity with good communication skills. Whilst not a current requirement, you may be required to participate in joint arrangements with other West Yorkshire local authorities. Previous experience in public administration or adjudication processes would be useful. You cannot be appointed if you have served as a member or officer of the Authority or of any other local authority in the last 5 years nor if you are a relative or close friend of a member or officer of the Fire Authority. Applicants should not be active in party politics. Travel allowances will be paid for any meetings attended together with a small annual honorarium (£500 p.a.). The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday 28 April 2017. Interviews will be carried out in June. Application forms are available from Mrs N Houseman, on (01274) 655740, nicky.houseman@westyorksfire.gov.uk or by post from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority, Oakroyd Hall, Birkenshaw BD11 2DY