Forest Centre Recreation & Public Affairs Leader

The Methodist Church in Britain; Kings Clipstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service pension

25 days holiday

STaR benefits

Free parking

Free arboretum entry

Lifelong learning

Job summary

Forestry England in Central England is seeking a permanent management professional to join the district Recreation and Public Affairs leadership team. The post-holder will oversee visitor service and income across at least two major forest centres and lead district-wide recreation programmes.

Travel across the whole area is expected, with a base in one of three offices and a 37-hour week. Written statements and an interview with a short technical presentation are part of the selection process.

Qualifications

• Written statement of up to 200 words on relevant experience and career history.
• Personal statement of no more than 500 words.
• Accurate spoken English

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation and development of at least two main forest centres.
• Ensure exceptional customer experiences and high service standards.
• Maximise income at the forest centres and contribute to long-term sustainability of Forestry England's wider work.
• Lead district-wide recreation programmes.
• Provide technical expertise.
• Drive compliance and best practice.
• Identify opportunities for income growth.
• Oversee key projects.
• Support and develop managers.
• Help teams manage visitor pressures.
• Represent the district at local, national and organisational forums.
• Play a key role in the district's Recreation and Public Affairs leadership team.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Staff development

Quality service

Delivering at pace

Technical knowledge

Job description

Forestry England in Central England is seeking a permanent management professional to join the district Recreation and Public Affairs leadership team. The post-holder will oversee visitor service and income across at least two major forest centres and lead district-wide recreation programmes.

Travel across the whole area is expected, with a base in one of three offices and a 37-hour week. Written statements and an interview with a short technical presentation are part of the selection process.