Community Safety, Violence Prevention & Emergency Planning Lead
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £58,310 per annum
Secondment 12 Months
INTERNAL ONLY (DCC Employees Only)
Community Safety, Violence Prevention & Emergency Planning Lead
Colleagues with relevant experience are invited to apply for this senior role, which will provide strategic leadership for this important area of work. The post sits within a forward‑thinking and innovative service area with a strong commitment to continuous learning.
The successful candidate will be an experienced and effective leader, with enthusiasm for these agendas and their delivery. They will demonstrate a proactive approach, a strong commitment to partnership working, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across the Council’s community safety responsibilities and its response to critical incidents.
You will be given 12-month secondment, within an L9 post with direct line management; and operate as part of a wider Leadership Team with a broad and evolving portfolio.
Interview Date: 18th March 2026
For Informal enquires please contact Simon Kitchen – 07985413591 simon.kitchen@devon.gov.uk
How to apply
Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.
Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
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Reference: REQ009301