Overview
Research and Information Officer | 8835 | Permanent Contract | 37 hours per week | £31,537 to £33,699 per annum (Scale G) | County Hall, Norwich. We are looking for two Research and Information Officers to join the Highway Research team at Norfolk County Council.
If you enjoy studying historic mapping, investigation work, problem solving and have worked on a GIS mapping system, this may be the job for you. Previous experience in research work would be advantageous as a fundamental part of this specialist role is investigating the position of the boundary line that divides public highway from private land. You will study and compare mapping (historic and contemporary), search through legal records (deeds of conveyance and dedication, road adoption records etc.), highway documentation, interpret air photos, study lidar mapping and engineering plans, in order to form an evidence-based legal view on the position of the highway boundary line.
A questioning attitude and problem-solving skills are desirable to be effective in this role. You must be able to demonstrate success in working in a small team. The workload is high and constant with enquiries coming from a wide range of companies, organisations as well as the public. After training, you will be communicating complex results to people with varying levels of understanding and knowledge of the subject. A flexible and adaptable attitude is necessary as well as a willingness to constantly develop your knowledge.
For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Cally Keohane on 01603 222793 or email.
Responsibilities
* Study and compare historic and contemporary mapping to determine highway boundary positions.
* Search through legal records (deeds of conveyance and dedication, road adoption records, etc.).
* Interpret highway documentation, air photos, lidar mapping and engineering plans.
* Form an evidence-based legal view on the position of the highway boundary line.
* Communicate complex results to stakeholders after training.
Qualifications and Skills
* Interest in historic mapping, investigation work and GIS mapping systems.
* Experience in research work is advantageous.
* Strong problem-solving and enquires-handling abilities.
* Ability to work effectively in a small team and manage a high workload.
* Flexible and adaptable with a willingness to continuously develop knowledge.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Health and wellbeing services including fast-track physiotherapy and a free counselling service
* Flexible working opportunities including flexi-time, part time, remote and hybrid working dependent on your job role and business need
* Financial benefits such as Norfolk Rewards discounts, a Blue Light card, relocation expenses (where applicable), travel allowances, and access to pension schemes
* Tax efficient schemes and bike schemes
* Payment for referring a candidate to a hard-to-fill job
Flexibility is built into the way we work, with hybrid working a key feature for many roles. Our technology platform and equipment enable remote collaboration. A good broadband connection is required.
Before you apply, please read the full Job description and person specification to help you demonstrate how you meet the criteria. You can also find information on our Terms and Conditions here.
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We may give priority consideration for this post to current employees who are at risk due to restructure or redeployment.
Redeployment closing date: 14 September 2025 23:59
All other applicants closing date: 21 September 2025 23:59
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