Job Introduction
The Countryside and Rights of Way Services operates across the Bradford District and has responsbility for rights of way management, site management and biodiversity.
Applications are invited for the post of Area Rights of Way Officer within the Countryside and Rights of Way team based in Britannia House, Bradford).
The successful candidate will be responsible for rights of way management within parts of the district – both urban and rural. The work will involve contributing to the Service targets for completion of definitive map, enforcement and public path order programmes; agreeing maintenance requirements and responding to planning applications and will include implementing elements of the Highway Act 1980, the Town and Country Planning Act and Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000.
Successful candidates will be experience enthusiastic and committed to protecting and promoting the rights of way network. You must have the ability to liaise effectively with a range of people (landowners, interest groups, developers, other council officers).
A working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures is required, plus experience of resolving conflicts between users and landowners, researching the status of routes and accurately recording information.
Computer, written and verbal communication skills would be an advantage.
Ideally the successful candidate will be a member of the Institute of Public Rights of Way Officers.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please complete the application form and / or contact Danny Jackson on 07582 102103 or email danny.jackson@bradford.gov.uk.
Employee Offer
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Equal Opportunities
We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.
