Total 1,344 Full-time job vacancies in Bedford, Massachusetts

• Inspects, maintains, modifies, troubleshoots, repairs, overhauls, and tests a variety of major aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic systems, their assemblies, and components.
• Jacks aircraft to flight configuration, hooks up power sources, and using cockpit controls and gauges and additional precision instruments, checks operations.
• Uses and maintains tools and test equipment required to accomplish duties.
• Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area.

WHAT IS SMALL BUSINESS SELF EMPLOYED (SBSE)DIVISION?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions

Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas:
Small Business Self Employed Campus Collection Operations - Andover

The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. If this vacancy includes more than one grade and you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and receive training to help you grow in this position.

As a Front Line Manager you will:

• Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work.
• Assign work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees.
• Evaluate work performance of subordinates and makes recommendations for outstanding performance recognition and/or disciplinary action.
• Give advice, counsel or instruction to employees on work and administrative matters.
• Interview candidates for positions within the organization/unit and recommend appointment, promotion or reassignment to such positions.
• Hear and resolve complaints from employees, refer group grievances and/or more serious unresolved complaints as appropriate.
• Effect minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommend other actions in more serious cases.
• Identify developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arranging for needed development and training.
• Initiate ways to improve production, work processes and/or to increase the quality of the work directed.

Joining the Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations will allow you to use your expertise to detect and prevent terrorists and instruments of terror from entering the U.S. Apply for this exciting opportunity to strengthen Homeland Security by performing law enforcement activities that enforce the laws and regulations related to the import and export of agriculture, commodities and baggage entering and/or exiting the United States.

This position starts at a salary of $116,820.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $151,870.00 (GS-13, Step 10)

In this first-line supervisory position you will become a key member of a team of Homeland Security professionals performing a full range of inspection relative to the importation and exportation of agricultural and commercial commodities, and plant products. Typical work assignments include:

• Supervising shift operations and overseeing the Agriculture Program with the Port of Entry (POE).
• Resolving conflicts between CBP Agriculture Specialists, travelers or importing public considering requirements of laws, regulations, and procedures, facts surrounding a particular situation.
• Responding to and resolving technical and operational questions regarding the Agricultural function or operation supervised.
• Providing guidance and training, communicating intelligence and enforcement information.
• Maintaining security of CBP areas by assuring adherence to security guidelines and recommending penalties and/or disciplinary actions for violators.

(1) Establishes plans, schedules, and controls the maintenance and repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment such as combat vehicles, heavy-duty engineering and mobile equipment, tracked vehicles, towed and self-propelled artillery, communications and electronic equipment, guided missile systems, and small arms. Implements maintenance plans and monitors progress of accomplishments. Provides status of equipment, maintenance actions in progress, and location of equipment. Inputs data regarding work order information, status changes, supply updates, and other pertinent information. Makes on-the-spot adjustments to repair priorities on routine or reoccurring processes necessitated by unscheduled maintenance requirements.

(2) Studies directives, modification work orders, and regulations as to their application in the unit. Assists supervisory personnel in determining impact of these requirements on shop capability. Modifies production planning to accommodate these requirements. Conducts initial and long range planning pertaining to routine production processes, mechanical skills, availability of test and diagnostic equipment, repair parts, and other factors influencing the repair, modification, and maintenance of equipment and readiness reporting.

(3) Designates and maintains current maintenance repair priorities by Force Activity Designator, pacing items, Equipment Readiness Codes (ERC) A, B, and C equipment type, available funds, commander's priority, state/national priorities, (in the case of floods, fires, and mobilizations) and unit supported. Authorizes the acceptance of equipment for repair; monitors work priorities, status, and completion of work orders and requisitions; and provides status of repair parts. Assists supervisory personnel regarding readiness, Class 9 (CL IX) funding, production problems and work planning. Assists in the resolution of problems encountered between scheduled or unscheduled production or priority requirements.

(4) Provides assistance to ensure that Modified Table of Organization and Equipment (MTO&E) or Table of Distribution and Allowances (TDA) reportable Line Item Numbers (LIN) are properly managed, reported and accounted for with respect to readiness reports, property accountability reports and system management. Based on guidance received from the supervisor or higher graded production controller, prioritizes resources to ensure the highest level of readiness in support of training and mobilization requirements of supported units. Works with other sections within the organization to ensure equipment readiness reports are correct and submitted in time to meet Department of the Army (DA) reporting suspense.

(5) Analyzes repair methods and recommends control procedures to ensure that accomplishment of programs meet priorities and deadlines established by higher authority or support activities. Coordinates with units and other support activities concerning the delivery, status of repair operations, and/or pick up of completed work orders.

(6) In the absence of the higher graded production controller, ensures that unit CL IX accounts are funded, budgeted, and executed to maximize readiness; and performs demand analysis on CL IX expenses to determine proper PLL stockage to sustain facility mission requirements.

(7) May provide day-to-day technical guidance to lower-graded personnel assisting in the maintenance production or maintenance management processes. Ensures necessary maintenance records are maintained and required reports are submitted to units and higher headquarters' in a timely manner.

(8) Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties for this Position Include:

Advises and assists the Regional Administrator on strategic planning, policy, program operations, and performance accountability for the development and administration of a national workforce development system

Supervises managers, and other employees.

Provides program framework, and technical assistance to managers located within assigned regions.

Plays a key role in personnel management. Develops robust recruitment strategies; interviews and selects candidates for vacancies and initiates other personnel actions.

Provides advice, counsel, and instruction to individual employees on performance, and administrative matters.

Establishes performance standards, evaluates performance, and rates subordinate supervisors and employees.

Initiates disciplinary measures and adverse actions as needed; and supports Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action plans and objectives.

Provides assistance to office staff on personnel matters relating to recruitment, promotions, details, reassignments, grievances, etc.

Represents management with NCFLL (union) on grievances, unfair labor disputes, development of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), and Labor-Management Relations meetings, as needed.

Advises and assists the Regional Administrator and other Employment and Training Administration (ETA) executive staff on all matters within the scope of assigned unit(s)/Division(s) responsibility, develops plans to convert strategic goals into action.

Ensures that staff are knowledgeable of the annual performance metrics, and ensures that products are delivered, and deadlines are met.

Ensures that implementation of operating plan obligations are met, program performance goals are closely tracked, and prepares suggestions for mid-course corrections.

Monitors the performance of the Divisions with respect to the operational plan.

Coordinates Division activities with other Divisions and Offices throughout the Employment & Training Administration (ETA).

Works as a partner with other Offices to facilitate the achievement of goals.

Promotes and sustains positive relationships with customers, stakeholders and partners, to include collaboration with various officials from Federal, State and Local government agencies, in an effort to build support for the overall ETA mission.

Works to foster understanding between and among these constituencies about how individual missions, goals, and objectives interact and impact service to workers and employers in the region.

Collaborates with the Administrator and senior leadership on all matters pertaining to the regional mission.

Utilizing the knowledge of total regional operations and broad managerial capability reviews and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency with which all regions and staff office performing their mission.

Develops and recommends short and long-range program plans taking into consideration management objectives.

Directs the assessment of grantee data and ensures timely and responsive technical assistance.

Utilizes ETA wide risk analysis techniques and tools that identify grantees at greatest risk.

Effectively represents the Department and the Regional Office internally and externally.

Effectively communicates Departmental and Agency priorities.

Duties for this Position Include:

Advises and assists the Regional Administrator on strategic planning, policy, program operations, and performance accountability for the development and administration of a national workforce development system.

Supervises managers, and other employees.

Provides program framework, and technical assistance to managers located within assigned regions.

Plays a key role in personnel management. Develops robust recruitment strategies; interviews and selects candidates for vacancies and initiates other personnel actions.

Provides advice, counsel, and instruction to individual employees on performance, and administrative matters.

Establishes performance standards, evaluates performance, and rates subordinate supervisors and employees.

Initiates disciplinary measures and adverse actions as needed; and supports Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action plans and objectives.

Provides assistance to office staff on personnel matters relating to recruitment, promotions, details, reassignments, grievances, etc.

Represents management with NCFLL (union) on grievances, unfair labor disputes, development of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), and Labor-Management Relations meetings, as needed.

Advises and assists the Regional Administrator and other Employment and Training Administration (ETA) executive staff on all matters within the scope of assigned unit(s)/Division(s) responsibility, develops plans to convert strategic goals into action.

Ensures that staff are knowledgeable of the annual performance metrics, and ensures that products are delivered, and deadlines are met.

Ensures that implementation of operating plan obligations are met, program performance goals are closely tracked, and prepares suggestions for mid-course corrections.

Monitors the performance of the Divisions with respect to the operational plan.

Coordinates Division activities with other Divisions and Offices throughout the Employment & Training Administration (ETA).

Works as a partner with other Offices to facilitate the achievement of goals.

Promotes and sustains positive relationships with customers, stakeholders and partners, to include collaboration with various officials from Federal, State and Local government agencies, in an effort to build support for the overall ETA mission.

Works to foster understanding between and among these constituencies about how individual missions, goals, and objectives interact and impact service to workers and employers in the region.

Collaborates with the Administrator and senior leadership on all matters pertaining to the regional mission.

Utilizing the knowledge of total regional operations and broad managerial capability reviews and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency with which all regions and staff office performing their mission.

Develops and recommends short and long-range program plans taking into consideration management objectives.

Directs the assessment of grantee data and ensures timely and responsive technical assistance.

Utilizes ETA wide risk analysis techniques and tools that identify grantees at greatest risk.

Effectively represents the Department and the Regional Office internally and externally.

Effectively communicates Departmental and Agency priorities.

These positions serve as a Medical Support Assistant (Advanced) at VA Central Western Mass Healthcare System. Position is responsible for a wide range of assignments and provides administrative support to the assigned section.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Supports clinics regarding clinic profile management.
• Collects and updates insurance information from Veterans, family members and other eligible patients.
• Prepares correspondence and memos as needed.
• Screens/receive phone calls in a courteous and timely manner, determine the nature of request and provide the information desired using privacy rules and established clinic processes.
• Ensures data is entered into VISTA accurately and scans documents into VISTA Imaging within 24 hours of entering the data into VISTA if applicable.
• Promotes Veterans registration for and utilization of MyHealthyVet (MHV) and kiosks usage.
• Follows procedures regarding Community Care referrals.
• Serves as the initial point of contact for units, clinics, patients, call centers, Care in the Community regarding various aspects of patient appointments and referrals.
• Enters Veterans seeking emergent/urgent care, scheduling appointments accurately.
• Pre-Registers Veterans during check-in and utilizing call lists and telephones Veterans before their scheduled visits. Incumbent updates all patient demographics.
• Communicates and interacts with patients in a manner which is appropriate to cognitive, emotional, and chronological maturation needs of the adult and/or geriatric patient.

• THIS OPEN & CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT (OCA) ESTABLISHES A STANDING REGISTER OF ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS, which closes on 03/03/2025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be on or about December 31, 2024 with subsequent reviews every other week as additional vacancies occur, or on an as-needed basis, until positions are filled. Please see the "What To Expect Next" area of the announcement which provides additional information on the referral process for this type of announcement.
• Due to a critical staffing shortage, 38 U.S.C. § 7412 waives the requirement to apply Veterans' preference for this job announcement.
• These positions are NAGE Bargaining Unit positions.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held. Do not submit an award SF-50.
• This position is covered by locality-based comparability pay.
• Applicants may be referred over for consideration prior to the close date of this announcement.
• There may not be a vacancy at a listed location. Applicants for those locations will be added to our applicant pool if one should occur.

These positions serve as a Medical Support Assistant (Advanced) at VA Central Western Mass Healthcare System. Position is responsible for a wide range of assignments and provides administrative support to the assigned section.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Supports clinics regarding clinic profile management.
• Collects and updates insurance information from Veterans, family members and other eligible patients.
• Prepares correspondence and memos as needed.
• Screens/receive phone calls in a courteous and timely manner, determine the nature of request and provide the information desired using privacy rules and established clinic processes.
• Ensures data is entered into VISTA accurately and scans documents into VISTA Imaging within 24 hours of entering the data into VISTA if applicable.
• Promotes Veterans registration for and utilization of MyHealthyVet (MHV) and kiosks usage.
• Follows procedures regarding Community Care referrals.
• Serves as the initial point of contact for units, clinics, patients, call centers, Care in the Community regarding various aspects of patient appointments and referrals.
• Enters Veterans seeking emergent/urgent care, scheduling appointments accurately.
• Pre-Registers Veterans during check-in and utilizing call lists and telephones Veterans before their scheduled visits. Incumbent updates all patient demographics.
• Communicates and interacts with patients in a manner which is appropriate to cognitive, emotional, and chronological maturation needs of the adult and/or geriatric patient.

• THIS OPEN & CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT (OCA) ESTABLISHES A STANDING REGISTER OF ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS, which closes on 03/03/2025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be on or about December 31, 2024 with subsequent reviews every other week as additional vacancies occur, or on an as-needed basis, until positions are filled. Please see the "What To Expect Next" area of the announcement which provides additional information on the referral process for this type of announcement.
• Due to a critical staffing shortage, 38 U.S.C. § 7412 waives the requirement to apply Veterans' preference for this job announcement.
• These positions are NAGE Bargaining Unit positions.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held. Do not submit an award SF-50.
• This position is covered by locality-based comparability pay.
• Applicants may be referred over for consideration prior to the close date of this announcement.
• There may not be a vacancy at a listed location. Applicants for those locations will be added to our applicant pool if one should occur.

VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU

Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

Social Work: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Social-Worker-Career-Flyer.pdf

This social worker is assigned to the HBPC Program and serves as an outpatient social worker in the Providence VA system.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform comprehensive initial clinical assessments and follow up assessments when clinically indicated or at a minimum annually, in-home assessments of the psychosocial needs and functioning of the patient, caregiver, and their support systems;
• Recognize psychosocial issues impacting the patient/caregiver's ability to achieve optimal outcomes and implementing interventions and provide social work case management to address psychosocial needs to support patient driven goals of care;
• Conduct psychosocial assessments, depression screenings and caregiver burden screenings within 30 days of HBPC admission to determine needs of veterans and family members and participate in the treatment planning process with other disciplines;
• Develop a psychosocial plan of care which may include individual/family counseling, long-term and advance care planning, non-pharmacological pain interventions, stress management, caregiver respite, psycho-educational programs, as well as grief and bereavement counseling;
• Participate in discharge planning with other disciplines and will be responsible for ensuring that discharge plans are executed in a manner that is timely and appropriate;
• Provide individual, family and group counseling as appropriate, as well as provide consultation/education to veterans and families on community resources, advance directives, and VA benefits;
• Act as liaison between VA and community resources, to include marketing and public relation duties as needed;
• Provide case management to veterans and families, as needed, throughout the continuum of care;
• Provide a full range of social work services within commonly accepted standards of social work practice which includes case work, individual, family and group counseling, discharge planning, case management and other services as appropriate;
• Maintain data and statistical compilations to comply with Joint Commission, VA and medical center policy and procedures;
• And other duties as assigned.

• Due to a critical staffing shortage, 38 U.S.C. § 7412 waives the requirement to apply Veterans' preference for this job announcement.
• Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
• This position is eligible for coverage by a Bargaining Unit, but is not currently represented.
• The incumbent may be required to travel to other VA campuses and CBOC's.
• This position is covered by a special rate.
• Narrative responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) may be required from the selectee in order to proceed with the appointment.

1. Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the JPPSO, ensuring all functional work areas comply with legal and regulatory guidance in meeting customer requirements.
2. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors and multidiscipline functional leads.
3. Represents JPPSO with a variety of Service-level activities, Headquarters and base-level agencies, Commercial Industry Associations, and Transportation Service Providers.
4. Comprehensively assesses and evaluates program goals/objectives, providing a basis for long-range planning and development of program-level enhancements.

Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Plans, assigns and explains work requirements to subordinates for new or changed programs and the functions, goals, processes, skills, and needs.
• Hears and resolves grievances and employee complaints, reviews serious disciplinary cases.
• Ensures police staff are properly trained to operate a variety of equipment and/or security systems.
• Interprets security policies and procedures and provides guidance to senior facility leadership, other service chiefs, program managers, and others within the medical center's catchment area.
• Keeps facility leadership informed regarding program successes and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborates with leaders to address concerns, resolve program issues and resource needs.
• Serves as designated liaison, subject matter expert and consultant with federal law enforcement agencies such as the Office of the Inspector General-Criminal Investigation Division (OIG-CID), FBI, DEA, ATF, Secret Service, state and local law enforcement agencies, etc.
• Assists in the development and modification of new Veteran-specific policies and procedures with focus on improving relationships between Veterans and Police.
• Responsible for the protection of the civil rights of all individuals while on VA controlled property.
• Assists with developing and implementing procedures for the detention or arrest of individuals suspected of violations committed against criminal laws.
• Plans, directs, and updates the crime prevention program and exercises direction and control of investigations into criminal activities.
• Manages the procurement and accountability of equipment and firearms used.
• Performs related duties as required.

Employee Experience Partner (D&I and Wellbeing)
c.£65,000 per annum
Bedford
Permanent
Hybrid Working

Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as an Employee Experience Partner (D&I and Wellbeing). This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact by developing and executing comprehensive Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) initiatives, designing and implementing wellbeing programs, and leading efforts to embed inclusive practices across all aspects of recruitment, training, and development.

You’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to helping people across the UK improve their financial wellbeing.

Role Overview
The Employee Experience Partner (D&I and Wellbeing) will report directly to Head of Employee Engagement and HR Advice. In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Plan: Develop and execute comprehensive D&I initiatives that align with our values and help achieve our business goals. This includes creating policies, programmes, and practices that promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Employee Wellbeing Programs: Design and implement wellbeing programs that address financial, physical, mental, and emotional health. This includes initiatives such as implementing the financial wellbeing pledge, wellness workshops, mental health support, and work-life balance strategies with a focus on hybrid working practices and remote workers.
• Training and Development: Procure and implement training programmes on diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing to educate and empower employees at all levels.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilise data to assess the effectiveness of D&I and wellbeing initiatives, providing regular reports and insights to senior leaders including the Executive Team and the MaPS Board.
• Collaboration: Work closely with HR, leaders, and colleague network groups to ensure alignment and integration of D&I and wellbeing initiatives across the organisation.
• Colleague Network Groups: Lead and support the work of the colleague network groups, ensuring these groups are empowered to contribute to the organisation’s D&I and wellbeing goals.
• Embedding Inclusion: Lead efforts to embed inclusion across all aspects of recruitment, training, and development. Ensure that inclusive practices are integrated into hiring processes, onboarding, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Partnerships: Build strong partnerships with leaders, colleague network chairs, and other key stakeholders to drive D&I and wellbeing initiatives. Facilitate regular meetings and forums to ensure ongoing dialogue and collaboration.
• Pay Gap Reporting: Lead the preparation and publication of gender pay gap reports, disability pay gap reports, and ethnicity pay gap reports. Analyse the data to identify trends and areas for improvement and develop action plans to address any disparities.
• Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure all initiatives comply with relevant legislation and reflect best practices in the field.

Skills and Experience Required

To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate:

• A proven track record in developing, implementing and evaluating D&I and wellbeing programmes.
• Evidence of a deep understanding of diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing principles and best practices and how to harness them to enhance delivery of business goals.
• Familiarity with relevant Equality legislation and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrable strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical skills to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Training and facilitation skills to deliver impactful learning experiences.
• Experience of managing budgets.

• About Us
  The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is based in Bedford, in a recently renovated modern office. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to become an integral part of a dynamic organisation, working to help people across the UK.

  At the heart of the Money and Pensions Service are our values – caring, connecting, and transforming, which are the foundation of our success. They permeate every area of our work and define all our business relationships and the way we work with each other. We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but we need people who align themselves with our values:

  • Caring
    We care about our colleagues and the people whose lives we are here to transform.
  • Connecting
    We will transform lives through our ability to make positive connections.
  • Transforming
    We are committed to transforming lives and making a positive societal impact.

  Our Inclusive Working Environment
  By fostering our values, we are immensely proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. The diversity of our people is a strength that we embrace and wish to build upon, so we are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds. We work hard to ensure that we have a progressive approach to inclusion, equity, and belonging. We really do want our colleagues to “bring their whole selves to work.”

  Our colleague and ally networks encompass LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women’s health, men’s health, ethnicity, and diversity.

  What We Offer

  • Generous Annual Leave – 30 days plus Bank Holidays
  • Pension scheme – contributions matched 2 to 1 (up to 10% of your salary)
  • Interest-free loan for season tickets for buses and trains
  • Cycle to work Scheme
  • Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs
  • Life assurance scheme
  • Give as you earn scheme
  • Employee assistance programme (EAP)
  • PAM Assist and PAM Life scheme (Wellbeing)
  • Enhanced family and sick pay
  • Paid volunteering (2 days a year)
  • Recognition Scheme
  • Discounts portal to numerous retailers

Flexible Working
At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Reserve List
If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

Application Process
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Please apply with your most updated CV as well a cover letter no longer than a page highlighting the reasons why you are suitable to the role.

Job Reference: MaPS00730
Close Date: 10th December 2024

Flexible Working
At MaPS, we take pride in our flexible approach to work. As standard, we work on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement and our headquarters in Bedford will be your contractual place of work. The number of days that anyone will be able to work at home will be determined primarily by business needs, but personal and other relevant circumstances will also be considered. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working, including whether a hybrid working arrangement is suitable for you, will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.

Career Development
In MaPS, we take career development seriously. We actively encourage and support applications from our existing MaPS colleagues. However, we do follow the Civil Service Commissioner recruitment principles, which means that you will be required to participate in a full, open, and fair process.

Reserve List
If you are successful at interview, we operate a reserve list where your details will be held for up to 6 months. Should a vacancy come available in that time with the same essential criteria, reserve list candidates will be offered that position with no further assessment required.

Application Process
The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact the Money and Pensions Service via email: recruitment@maps.org.uk. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website.

Please apply with your most updated CV as well a cover letter no longer than a page highlighting the reasons why you are suitable to the role.

Job Reference: MaPS00730
Close Date: 10th December 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Carbon 60 is looking to recruit a Pensions Administrator for its public sector client in Bedford

Pay rate is £11.44ph PAYE

Working hours are 9.30am to 2.30pm Monday to Friday (25 paid hours)

This role is due to start on 2nd December. This will last a minimum of 3 months with the probability of this being extended

JOB PURPOSE:

The job purpose is to work within a team in Pensions Administration to ensure the accurate and efficient processing of records / information in all areas

• Undertake calculations in respect of all Transfer Values, both incoming and outgoing, Preserved Benefits in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme Regulations and complete all the necessary documentation required to process the above.
• Calculate refund of pension contribution.
• Ensure that contributor and pensioner records are established and maintained.
• Understand and adhere to statutory legislation relating to data protection.
• Promote effective working relationships within the Council
• Dealing with, and taking action on enquiries by telephone or correspondence, sending standard and non standard letters and emails.
• Undertake any necessary training in relation to this post
• Contribute to team meetings.
• Undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required.

You will need

• Educated to GCSE grade C in Maths and English
• Some payroll or pensions experience
• A working knowledge of local government pension scheme

For further details please call Andrew on 07734743454

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of a clerical support team in immigration records, adjudication, and mail operations for a USCIS field office.
• Provide administrative supervision of clerical functions supporting customer service, preparing file records, contracting services, preliminary processing of case files, and maintaining data information in a variety of immigration management systems.
• Provide facility management support for the mailroom by serving as an expert in mail operations.
• Monitor and adjust daily work of subordinates to meet uncontrolled priorities and requirements from the field office and with other neighboring DHS components.