Planning and Building Control

Inclusive salary range from £36,543 up to £40,391 per year plus up to 18.5% employer pension contribution

Ref: P1395

St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1, the District includes a cathedral, historic city centre and charming villages. Our refurbished offices are in the city centre near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short, it is a great place to live and work.

In this key role you will provide professional advice, guidance, interpretation and evaluation on all aspects of the work area to service users and colleagues. Taking the lead on the research and delivery of specific policy and projects, you will act as the departmental expert to inform the preparation of an up-to-date Development Plan and associated documents. You will also project manage and supervise team members and consultants to provide input to projects and take responsibility for project delivery.

Educated to degree standard, or equivalent, with professional Membership of the RTPI, you must have considerable knowledge and experience of preparing spatial planning documents for this senior role. In depth knowledge of planning legislation and the government guidance is also essential.

An excellent communicator, both orally and in writing, you will have the ability to represent the Council in a wide range of forums from regional agencies to local bodies, together with the ability to supervise and support officers within the team.

We offer a competitive package which also includes up to 26 days annual leave, pension scheme, reimbursement of professional fees, access to parking, training and development opportunities, flexible working options (including homeworking), leisure and travel discounts and a number of other benefits.

This post is politically restricted and subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.

For an informal discussion, please contact Chris Briggs, Spatial Planning Manager, on (01727) 814600.

For full details visit our website or email jobapplications@stalbans.gov.uk or telephone (01727) 819251 stating your details and the post reference number.

Closing date for applications: 9 June 2019.

Interviews are scheduled for 20 June 2019