Fire Department Cluster Support Specialist

What will you be doing?

As a cluster support specialist, you will spend most of your workday at fire stations. There, you will interact with the staff and collaborate with various departments, which means you will also work with different systems. That is why it is important that you are sociable and able to master these systems.

The questions you can expect range from HR-related and financial matters to practical questions about work. You are the link that connects the right colleagues from different departments. In addition to supporting staffing, you will also assist the cluster and/or barracks manager(s) in managing the schedule, organizing meetings and gatherings, and preparing minutes and action items. Monitoring processes is part of your daily responsibilities.

You will be part of the team of cluster support staff and advisors, who work together to support the managers. You will be in frequent contact and hold regular meetings.

Who are you?

As a cluster support specialist with the Fire Department, you have a multifaceted and responsible role. To perform this role effectively and ensure that the work proceeds as efficiently and smoothly as possible, certain competencies are essential.

• Proactive approach – You take the initiative, identify potential issues, and address them before they become problems.
• Working systematically – You maintain an overview, plan efficiently, and ensure that tasks are completed and deadlines are met.
• Flexibility – You respond quickly to changes and keep things running smoothly, even in unexpected situations.
• Being a good listener – You understand your colleagues’ needs and support them by listening carefully and offering constructive input.
• Strong social skills – You communicate clearly, collaborate effectively, and foster a positive work environment.

You'll recognize yourself in this

• MBO+ level of work and thinking
• Demonstrable work experience in secretarial and administrative support
• Familiarity with systems such as AFAS, InPlanning, and Office 365.

Here's what you'll get from us

At the Amsterdam-Amstelland Safety Region, you can work with a great team where you’ll have opportunities to grow in your role.

• Salary in pay grade 7, with a maximum of €3,818 gross per month based on a 36-hour workweek.
• A 27-hour-per-week position. You will work three 9-hour shifts per day
• A flexible spending allowance equal to 18.63% of your gross annual salary. This includes your year-end bonus and vacation pay.
• 187.2 hours of leave based on a 36-hour workweek, including 43.2 hours of overtime.
• A one-year appointment, with the possibility of a permanent position.
• A generous pension plan through ABP, two-thirds of which is paid by us.
• The option to work remotely with a work-from-home allowance of €3 per day.
• Monthly health insurance premium.
• Free use of all sports facilities at the fire stations.
• We place a strong emphasis on (personal) development, offering opportunities to participate in courses, training sessions, and workshops.
• The opportunity to take on an on-call position in addition to your regular job.

The team

When you work at the Amsterdam-Amstelland Safety Region, you’re right at the heart of the community. You’re involved in major societal events. Responding to COVID-19, assisting displaced persons from Ukraine, major fires, power outages, and events—these are just a few examples of our daily work.

In the Fire and Rescue Services sector, we ensure that we are on standby 24/7 to respond to incidents. We organize drills, develop plans, establish contacts with businesses and other government agencies, and advise mayors. No two days are the same, but every day is important.

Interested in applying?

Please contact Remco Terpstra, Cluster Manager, with any questions about the position atremco.terpstra@brandweeraa.nl or 06-23811818

If you have any questions about the process, please contact George van Ee, recruiter, atgeorge.van.ee@veiligheidsregioaa.nl or 06 15 69 46 19

We are a safety region in the Netherlands made up of all kinds of people. For us, diversity is key to creativity, inspiration, innovation, and strong teams. Every day, we work to foster an open culture where there is room for everyone’s talents. No matter who you are, we’re here for you, and you’re more than welcome to apply!

Applications will be accepted until April 20, 2025

Internal and external recruitment take place simultaneously, and an assessment may be part of the process.

Sales calls are not appreciated.