Development Management Planner: Career Growth Path

North Yorkshire Council; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Career Graded Planning Officer – Development Management to provide planning advice and manage a caseload of applications. You will attend committees, present items, and contribute to a proactive, customer-focused development management service that meets statutory requirements.

The role offers progression from entry to higher level with responsibilities including report preparation, policy review, and engagement with planning committees.

Qualifications

• Educated to A Level or equivalent.
• Ability to read and check accuracy of plans on site and in the office.
• Capability to work to tight timescales and to achieve targets.
• Good negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Preparing accurate and timely officer delegated reports and written responses.

Responsibilities

• Act as a case officer for householder, minor and other planning applications.
• Detailed assessment of application submissions, provision of advice on suitability for proposed sites and alignment with policies.
• Undertake site inspections and attend site meetings as required.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the post/grade as directed by your manager or the Service.
• Keep up to date with planning regulations, policy and legislation.
• Support delivery of proactive, customer-focused development management services.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reading plan drawings

Time management

Report writing

Education

A Level or equivalent

Degree in planning or related subject

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Career Graded Planning Officer – Development Management to provide planning advice and manage a caseload of applications. You will attend committees, present items, and contribute to a proactive, customer-focused development management service that meets statutory requirements.

The role offers progression from entry to higher level with responsibilities including report preparation, policy review, and engagement with planning committees.