Planning Officer 1, West Lothian Civic Centre, 497.07 - WEL09665

West Lothian Council; Livingston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Planning Officer 1 to assist in the preparation and implementation of development plans and planning policies. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent, possess strong communication and organisational skills, and be committed to a diverse workforce. This is a permanent position based in Livingston with a 36-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of local authorities' roles.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Committed to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and implementation of Development Plans.
• Support the Development Planning Manager in achieving performance goals.
• Prepare and contribute to planning policy and advice.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Administrative skills

Education

Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent

Job description

Job advert

36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Permanent

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

Planning Services are seeking to employ a Planning Officer 1 in Development Planning & Environment to work at Civic Centre, Livingston.

The purpose of the post is to assist in the preparation, presentation, implementation and monitoring of Development Plans and other statutory planning policy documents, compliant with relevant legislation and performance standards.

The postholder will support the Development Planning & Environment Manager and Principal Planning Officer in achieving the council's aspirations in respect of performance and customer care.

In addition, the postholder will undertake specific projects, including preparing and contributing to the preparation of planning policy and planning advice. The postholder will, from time to time, attend committee, and other decision-making bodies of the council.

Essential requirements for the post are:

• A degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent qualification.
• Membership of, or proceeding towards membership of, the Royal Town Planning Institute.
• An understanding of the roles and responsibilities of local authorities.
• Good written and oral communication skills with an ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Good administrative, organisational and inter-personal skills for liaison with other parties.
• The ability to work within a team and as an individual with the need for minimum supervision