Non-Native Species Inspectorate (NNSI) Control Officer ID:4205

Government Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated individual to manage non-native species (NNS) under the direction of a Higher Executive Officer (HEO). The role includes investigating escapes, conducting inspections, educating the public on biosecurity, and producing reports on findings. Candidates should have a background in ecological management or a related field and the ability to handle sensitive situations effectively. This position presents an opportunity to work in conservation and environmental protection.

Qualifications

• Experience in contingency and rapid responses.
• Ability to investigate escapes and deliberate releases of NNS.
• Skills in educating others on biosecurity and legal responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and undertake a programme of tasks under HEO direction.
• Assist with investigations of non-established NNS and their re-capture.
• Write reports and collect high-quality data.

Job description

You will be reporting to a Higher Executive Officer (HEO), plan and undertake a programme of tasks, working both independently and as part of a team.

Duties under HEO direction:

• Contingency and rapid responses, in the event of findings of non‑established NNS or controlling established NNS in the wider environment.
• Investigating escapes and deliberate releases of NNS, and assisting with their re‑capture.
• Assisting with inspections on a range of premises.
• Educating others on the impact of INNS and the importance of biosecurity, including their legal responsibilities.
• Collecting high quality data in order to assess the risk posed by different pathways and levels of compliance.
• Writing reports.
• Attending events to promote NNSI and our objectives.
• Liaising with specialists, including diagnostic services and other experts where necessary.
• Other appropriate tasks as required by management.

The role will involve the control of NNS which includes capture and re‑homing or euthanasia, and in some cases the use of firearms.