The position of Senior Staff Officer is a middle management position within DLRCC and is assigned responsibility for the day to 
day administration and management of an area of the Council’s activities. A Senior Staff Officer in the Council is required to be an 
effective, participative leader of a team with responsibility for organisation and management of all aspects of a section or sections 
including the supervision of staff.
The Senior Staff Officer is a key point of contact and liaison with other Sections or Departments in relation to all operational 
matters for the service delivery section or sections for which they are responsible.
The Senior Staff Officer is expected to carry out their duties with an understanding of the political context of local government 
and in such a manner that enhances public trust and confidence and ensures impartial decision making