Access Ranger, Beecraigs Country Park, 510.14 - WEL10936

West Lothian Council current; Linlithgow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lothian Council invites applications for an Access Ranger at Beecraigs Country Park. The role focuses on coordinating planning, development, implementation and management of public access, enhancing countryside protection and public understanding.

Essentially, candidates should hold SVQ Level 3 / HNC in an environmental/land-based subject or equivalent, with knowledge of Land Reform (Scotland) Act, strong communication and negotiating skills, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Recognised certificate to SVQ Level 3 / HNC in an environmental / land based subject or related subject, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of Land Reform (Scotland) Act and access related legislation.
• Strong initiative and drive in delivery of key tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning, development, implementation and management of public access.
• Enhance and protect countryside while promoting public understanding and enjoyment.
• Engage with land managers and the public to deliver access initiatives.
• Work with diverse communities and stakeholders to improve access to countryside areas.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Initiative and drive

Education

SVQ Level 3 / HNC in environmental/land-based subject

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Access Ranger, Beecraigs Country Park, 510.14 - WEL10936

36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term for 1 year from appointment.

As a member of the Ranger Service, the Access Ranger has a fundamental role in enhancing and protecting our countryside, whilst encouraging greater public understanding and enjoyment of it. In particular this role will be responsible for co-ordinating the planning, development, implementation and management of public access.

It is essential that candidates should have a recognised certificate to SVQ Level 3 / HNC in an environmental / land based subject or related subject, or equivalent experience. Good knowledge and application of Land Reform (Scotland) Act and access related legislation. Strong initiative and drive in delivery of key tasks. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Relevant experience in communication, negotiation and consultation skills in relation to land access/management and working with the public/land managers. Computer literate and hold a full UK driving licence.

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.