Assistant Planning Officer - Development Management

West Lothian Council current; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Scotland is seeking an Assistant Planning Officer for a fixed-term position. The role involves delivering a development management service, primarily for householder applications, and making recommendations based on planning policies and legislation. Applicants should possess a degree in Town Planning or a relevant field, strong communication skills, and a valid driving license. This position offers an engaging opportunity to contribute to the planning process and assist the community in understanding planning permissions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning or another relevant subject.
• Knowledge of industry standard PC applications.
• Valid full driving license required.
• Good communication and report writing skills essential.
• Negotiating skills are required.
• Knowledge of core planning legislation needed.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize projects.
• Familiarity with current best practices relevant to the role.
• Strong IT skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Provide development management services for householder applications.
• Make recommendations on planning applications based on legislation and policies.
• Negotiate improvements to proposals for house extensions.
• Respond to queries about planning permission requirements.
• Support the Development Management Manager in application processing.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiating skills

Report writing skills

Information technology skills

Education

Degree in Town Planning or relevant subject

Tools

PC applications

Graphics software

Mapping software

Word processing applications

Job description

A local council in Scotland is seeking an Assistant Planning Officer for a fixed-term position. The role involves delivering a development management service, primarily for householder applications, and making recommendations based on planning policies and legislation. Applicants should possess a degree in Town Planning or a relevant field, strong communication skills, and a valid driving license. This position offers an engaging opportunity to contribute to the planning process and assist the community in understanding planning permissions.