Planning Officer

Stafford Borough & Cannock Chase District Councils; Stafford, Cannock; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexitime

Pension

Annual Leave

Cycle to Work

Free Parking

Car Allowance

Professional Fees

Job summary

Stafford Borough and Cannock Chase District Councils are seeking a Senior Planning Officer to join the Development Management Service across Stafford Borough Council. You will support managers and leaders, handle a varied workload, and help deliver high-quality services to communities.

You will hold a degree and RTPI membership or working towards it, with experience in Development Management and in a public sector environment, and be committed to performance and service improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified to Degree Level or above in a relevant subject recognised by the Royal Town Planning Institute and be a Member, or working towards membership, of the Royal Town Planning Institute
• Experienced in Development Management working across a broad range of Development matters.
• Confident operating in a public sector or similarly complex environment
• Collaborative, professional and committed to delivering high-quality services with a focus on performance management and service improvement.

Skills

Development Management

Public sector experience

Collaboration

Performance culture

Education

Degree in planning or RTPI recognised subject

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Planning Officer to join our established and supportive Development Management Service, working across Stafford Borough Council. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the ongoing development of our service, supporting managers and leaders across the local authority. You'll be at the heart of a varied and rewarding workload, helping to deliver high-quality services to our communities. You will be contributing to an ambitious agenda as we support both councils through the evolving local government landscape.

About you You will be:

• Qualified to Degree Level or above in a relevant subject recognised by the Royal Town Planning Institute and be a Member, or working towards membership, of the Royal Town Planning Institute
• Experienced in Development Management working across a broad range of Development matters.
• Confident operating in a public sector or similarly complex environment
• Collaborative, professional and committed to delivering high-quality services with a focus on performance management and service improvement.

Further details are available in the supporting documentation. Ready to make a difference? If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your development supported, and your work will have a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you., From the start you will receive a warm welcome through an induction which will give you the opportunity to go through your role and responsibilities, terms of employment, learn about some of our key policies and procedures as well as provide you with some practical information to make the transition into your new role as smooth and effective as possible. We recognise that one approach does not fit all so we use a range of operational, developmental and statutory opportunities together with a combination of approaches and techniques to encourage and develop individual learning and growth. Employee Reviews are completed on a regular basis and coaching and mentoring is available to develop individual skills, knowledge and confidence. E-learning and 'on the job' training are used to support personal responsibility and a blended approach to learning.

When recruiting we shortlist using the information supplied on the application form only; personal information forms no part of the shortlisting process ensuring that decisions relating to recruitment are made on a purely objective basis relating to skills, ability and experience. Any tests conducted as part of the interview process are designed to be non-discriminatory and relate purely to the demands of the role. We are a Disability Confident Employer; we ensure that any disabled candidate meeting the essential criteria is guaranteed an interview. A local veteran making the first transition from military to civilian employment is also guaranteed an interview where the essential criteria are met. We are committed to supporting our employees in maintaining the health and wellbeing and have developed a range of resources and benefits to help us do so. Our support for employees is accredited by national initiatives such as Mindful Employer (Stafford Borough Council) and Time to Change (Cannock Chase District Council).

Company info

Stafford Borough and Cannock Chase District Council are neighbouring authorities; working closely together and sharing a number of services to provide high quality, cost effective services for their residents, while retaining their own distinct priorities and identity. Stafford Borough Council Riverside, Civic Centre, Stafford, ST16 3AQ Stafford Borough Council is a proactive and forward-thinking authority with big ambitions. A Council that is financially resilient, sustainable and delivering good value for money, Stafford Borough Council evolves to meet the changing needs of our community. Staffordshire's largest district, covering an area of approximately 230 square miles and with a population of 131,000, Stafford Borough continues to forge strong partnership links with private, public and voluntary sector organisations to create award winning parks and open spaces, strong transport links, protect our area's natural environment and encourage strong, cohesive communities by developing safe, clean and attractive places for local people to live, work and enjoy.

Please visit www.staffordbc.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers for more information about us, the benefits rewards and learning opportunities available when working for us, and our commitment to equality and diversity.

Cannock Chase District Council 28 Beecroft Road, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1BG Cannock Chase District Council serves a population of around 100,000 residents. The District covers over 30 square-miles of southern Staffordshire, which includes 3 main town centres: Cannock, Hednesford and Rugeley. Cannock Chase is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is popular with local residents as well as tourists. Our ambition is to make a difference to local people's lives. In our 5 year Corporate Plan (2018-2023) we have 2 new key priorities which are: 'Promote Prosperity' and 'Community Wellbeing', which aim to improve the opportunities, wellbeing and quality of life of our communities. Cannock Chase District Council is committed to Equality & Diversity and our employees enable us to reach our goals and deliver our services to a high standard. We strive to recruit dynamic individuals who are seeking rewarding and satisfying job opportunities. Working for us is not just a job; you will be playing a part in serving our communities; we are very much one team where everyone's contribution is valued. Full or part time and with a diverse range of career options, we may well have a job that suits you.

Working for Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils gives you the opportunity to make a real difference while enjoying excellent terms and benefits, including:

• Flexitime scheme to support work-life balance
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 27.5 days annual leave, rising to 32.5 days (after 5 years of continuous local government service)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free car parking
• Essential Car User Allowance
• Payment of one professional fee per year, We have a range of benefits which have been designed to make the council a positive, supportive and enjoyable place to work.

These include:

• A friendly, supportive and positive working environment
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlements
• Flexible working, where applicable to the post
• Family friendly and policies
• Employee health and wellbeing schemes such as cycle to work and healthcare schemes
• Positive working relationships with trade unions
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee support services
• Occupational sick pay scheme