We are looking for an Access Officer to join our busy North Pennines National Landscape team.
This vacancy is offered on a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2029 (with the possibility of extension, subject to funding/business need).
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
The role includes:
- Working outdoors in the North Pennines National Landscape and UNESCO Global Geopark.
- Managing access to the countryside, including public rights of way structures and surfaces, national and long-distance trail management.
- Habitat management and working with volunteers.
- Significant periods working outdoors, sometimes alone in inclement weather at sites accessed only on foot, meeting the physical demands of the post.
WHAT WILL I NEED?
- Minimum Level 4 NVQ in Countryside Management or a directly related subject of comparable grade, and demonstrable relevant experience.
- A good knowledge of nature conservation, visitor management, working with contractors, protected landscapes, countryside designation, protection and land management.
- Demonstrable skills in mentoring trainees and running public and educational events.
- Access to own transport and a driving licence; a work mileage payment scheme is included. Uniform and PPE are provided.
- Some weekend and bank holiday work is involved.
- Successful candidates are required to pass an in-house driving assessment.
- Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.
More than that, we want someone who will embrace the opportunities of the job to further develop their own skills and knowledge.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews will be held on 23rd June.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated that they have a disability, are a looked‑after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
OUR OFFER TO YOU
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working where applicable.
Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
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