Conservation Officer

Purpose of the Job

Under the supervision of the Principal Conservation Officer to assist in securing the delivery of the statutory functions in respect of the conservation of the historic built environment for both Client.

Specifically the post holder will be required to provide advice on key conservation matters and listed buildings to members of both client, officers and the general public.

The postholder will be expected to contribute to proposals for conservation work including management and enhancement schemes, and provide an input into the corresponding policy activities of the section.

In addition, the postholder will be expected to give conservation advice on planning applications including conservation areas, listed buildings and locally listed buildings.

The post also carries a requirement to assist in the appraisal of all existing conservation areas leading to the publication of a specific management plans, as well as assisting in the designation of any new conservation areas.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

• Relevant post graduate experience in conservation or heritage related field
• Experience of working in local government

Experience

• Relevant post graduate experience in conservation or heritage related field
• Experience of working in local government

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

• Degree in Town and Country Planning, Architecture, Building Surveying or Heritage related subject
• Qualification in Building Conservation
• Membership or eligibility for membership to the Institute of Historic Building Conservation

Job Specific Knowledge, Skills, Behaviours and Personal Attributes

• Knowledge of and ability to communicate the key aspects of preserving and enhancing historic buildings and conservation areas, to members of the public, developers, agents and Councillors
• Understanding of the planning system and its relevance to conservation work.
• Ability to assist in preparing bid submissions and administrating grant schemes
• Ability to write clear and concise reports
• Ability to present the Client’s case at appeals and Examinations
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a team and contribute positively to its development
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision and use initiative
• Able to travel to all parts of both council areas
• Willing to undertake occasional evening and weekend work

*Candidates with Local Authority Experience at an advantage, other relevant applicants welcome.

Rate of Pay - Please note Rate is negotiable

PAYE: £20

Umbrella: £30

Location: Redditch