Conservation Officer (Farming in Protected Landscapes)
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
18/12/2023
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 21/01/2024 23:59
Salary:
Grade 10 £35,745 to £39,186 per annum
Job Category:
Environmental Development and Sustainability
Employment Location:
North Pennines National Landscape Offices, Stanhope (Hybrid working options available)
Further Information
We are looking for an individual who has the ability to negotiate and build relationships with farmers, land managers and organisations in the South Tyne catchment of the North Pennines National Landscape, to enable them to support nature recovery, improve water quality and reduce flood risk through Natural Flood Management.
This post is temporary until 31 March 2025.
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
You will support the delivery of the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme in the South Tyne catchment on behalf of the North Pennines National Landscape Partnership. The role is funded by Northumbrian Water Ltd.
You will lead on conservation, land management advice and guidance, to promote high quality applications to the programme.
We encourage you to contact Sarah Tooze, Nature Recovery Manager via email at sarah@northpennines.org.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.
WHAT WILL I NEED?
You will need a HND or equivalent and have experience of successful working with farmers and land managers to achieve conservation objectives.
You will have practical experience of upland habitats – assessment, survey, restoration and management.
Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria.
HOW TO APPLY
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.
Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge.
Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews are scheduled to be held on Friday 26 January 2024.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Payroll and Employee Services Team via email PESNCC@durham.gov.uk or telephone 03000 264469 / 264798 / 264764
BENEFITS AND REWARDS
We can offer you a range of employee benefits including competitive salaries, a generous leave entitlement of up to 32 days, a government pension scheme and various flexible and hybrid working options (benefits are subject to individual Terms and Conditions).
If you would like to know more, please follow this link: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits
HYBRID WORKING
Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro-rated for part time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise the value of difference, having a diverse talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and can provide support throughout the recruitment process, for more information please refer to the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion page on our website.
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Please note
This job is closed for applications.