Green Access Officer - Ipswich
Suffolk County Council – Phoenix House, 3 Goddard Road, Ipswich. IP1 5NP - Hybrid
- £32,076 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we’re driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That’s why, when you join us as a Green Access Officer, you’ll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities- working within the Green Access team across Suffolk you will create partnerships and engage in collaborate working to promote Suffolk’s green access network in line with the council's ‘Suffolk Green Access Strategy 2020-2030’
- responsible for the council’s Discover Suffolk website, outdoor App, the Suffolk Walking Festival website, and all associated social media and traditional media content and engagement
- devise and deliver innovative projects in partnership with other organisations and community groups to promote the green access network
- work with colleagues, organisations and communities to form partnerships to promote new trails including the King Charles III England Coast Path, and new green access projects funded by the development of Sizewell C
- work within a legal framework of public rights of way and effectively communicate this to others
- effectively manage your own time and work streams and maintain datasets to monitor performance
- act as a champion for the green access network in all areas of your work and in communication with colleagues, communities, parish councils, councillors and other key stakeholders.
- degree/HND or similar level qualification or equivalent experience
- experience of managing your own caseload within a team environment
- excellent communication, influencing and negotiating skills with strong verbal and written skills
- experience of working with the media and managing website and social media content
- strong organisational and project management skills, able to prioritise and manage a varied workload with competing projects and demands.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The teamThe Green Access Team sits within the Rights of Way and Access team and has the specific task of developing and promoting the green access network across Suffolk. The Rights of Way and Access team is part of the Natural and Historic Environment Service.
We are a friendly, professional and highly motivated team looking after Suffolk’s Rights of Way and access network with a passion for Suffolk’s natural environment and green access network. That network includes 5,700km of public rights of way, open access and informal routes.
Suffolk County Council’s ‘Suffolk Green Access Strategy 2020-2030’ covers the team’s main priorities with the vision “to get more people using and enjoying Suffolk’s green access network.”
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Repor t.
For more information
Please contact David Falk (he/him) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 07843 467964 or emailing david.falk@suffolk.gov.uk.
How to applyStep 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
- Can you describe your experience in managing and creating content for websites and social media platforms? How have you used these tools to engage new audiences?
- Tell me about a time when you successfully promoted an outdoor or environmental initiative. What strategies did you use, and what was the outcome?
- How would you approach developing partnerships with community groups to promote green access? Can you give an example of a successful partnership you've built in the past?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 4 November 2024.Interview date: 11 November 2024
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.#LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs.We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering daysmembership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).