Planning Officer

ROLE OF THE JOB

The role is to support colleagues and senior professional and managerial staff in the provision of Development Management services, by providing technical expertise and assisting in the processing and appraisal of planning applications.

You will undertake range of functions relating to the processing of planning applications, including undertaking site visits, collecting evidence and assisting with assessment of proposals, and assisting with the servicing of Planning Committees and preparation for planning appeals.

We are looking for someone with;

• A good standard of general education, including a degree and it would be desirable if this is planning related
• Experience and understanding of working in a planning service and a sound knowledge and understanding of Development Management processes and procedures
• Experience in using Microsoft Office, Oracle applications and a sound knowledge and understanding of spatial planning data and GIS systems,
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• A pro-active approach to problem solving and performance management
• A full UK driving License and access to a car

You will be required to travel to development sites and other work areas therefore you must be able to meet the transport requirements of this post.

Based at County Hall, Morpeth but offers flexible working arrangements including working from home.

Why choose us?

We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)

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Further information
Please note that this is a full time position but applications on a secondment or part-time basis would be considered for the right applicant.

For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.

Alternative application format:

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For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930

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