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Planning Officer

Employer
North Devon Council
Location
Devon
Salary
£24,799 - £29,636 per annum (post qualification), £21,589 - £23,836 per annum (unqualified)
Closing date
5 Jul 2019

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We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our busy Development Management team in Barnstaple looking after the exceptional environment of North Devon - made up of its coastline, moors and historic urban and rural settlements centred on the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Braunton Burrows. The area provides an outstanding quality of life for residents, and provides an opportunity to be involved in planning work that covers all aspects of an exciting growth agenda.

You will be involved in:

  • Adding value and quality during the determination of planning applications
  • Providing responses to informal planning enquiries to provide excellent customer service
  • Dealing with planning appeals and enforcement to maintain the integrity of the service

You will need to demonstrate that you have:

  • A Degree in Town Planning (or equivalent) or working towards qualification (trainees will be considered subject to eligibility for part time planning qualification)
  • RTPI Membership (or working towards MRTPI)
  • Competent in the use of various IT, GIS and other systems
  • The ability to thrive in a busy and demanding work environment managing a high case load
  • Good communication skills
  • Driving licence essential

If you have not heard by the interview date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

In return we offer a supportive environment in an organisation accredited with IIP, flexible working hours and a career average salary pension scheme.

North Devon Council believes in valuing diversity and is committed to equal opportunities.

Closing date for applications: 5 July 2019

Interview date: 24 July 2019

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