Overview
Join to apply for the Natural Environment Officer (Ecology) role at West Northamptonshire Council.
Responsibilities
* Provide specialist advice on natural environment issues with a technical specialism in ecology to support the Development Management Team, including feedback on submissions for planning applications and biodiversity net gain.
* Contribute to specialist monitoring, research and statistical activities to support the Planning Service.
* Offer timely written advice on ecology and the natural environment to support the development management team, policy planners and other Council services. Act as a subject expert and assist in the preparation of advice for meetings, site visits and committees.
* Balance enhancing the ecological and natural environment with the need to support growth, sustainability and energy efficiency in West Northants.
* Be part of the Specialist Services function, contributing to the natural environment, historic environment and design teams as part of a peer group shaping the future of West Northamptonshire.
About You
* Experience in the technical specialism in ecology.
* In-depth knowledge of environmental legislation, best practice and statutory procedures; able to provide comprehensive guidance and support to colleagues and customers to ensure best practice is followed.
* A commitment to achieving positive outcomes for ecology and the natural environment alongside enhancing new development and growth within West Northants. Understanding of the Local Plan system, national and local planning policy.
* Relevant qualifications and membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management or working towards Assessment of Professional Competence. Experience with DEF, MasterGov or other planning-related systems and mapping software would be helpful but not essential.
About Us
At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, care about every detail, and never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences and opportunities. Our vision is to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower.
We are committed to diversity, equality, equity and inclusion to enable all colleagues to develop and maximise their full potential. We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner. If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, please email careers@westnorthants.gov.uk for support.
Additional information
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
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