Principal Conservation & Design Officer

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in preserving the heritage of one of the nation’s most historically important cities.

When it comes to the conservation of heritage assets in Cambridge, you’ll be charged with developing, managing and promoting the provision of specialist guidance and advice on behalf of the City Council. You will be instrumental in protecting and enhancing the quality of the city’s built environment for residents and visitors alike.

We’ll expect you to bring to the role significant experience of dealing with a broad range of conservation functions. To be equal to the challenge, you’ll need extensive knowledge of planning law, policy and procedures as it relates to the historic environment. You’ll be part of a dynamic and progressive Urban Design and Conservation Team that has a reputation for playing a major role in planning the built environment of Cambridge. Experience of supervising staff and managing performance is also essential.

This post is politically restricted.

For informal enquiries please contact Glen Richardson on 01223 457374 or by emailing glen.richardson@cambridge.gov.uk

For an application pack, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01223 458198, email recruitment@cambridge.gov.uk or apply online at www.jobsincambs.com

Closing date: 27 July 2012.

Interview Date: During the week of August 6, 2012 (exact dates to be confirmed)