Planning Officer (Planning)

i-Jobs; St Albans; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency is seeking a Planning Officer to review planning applications and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should possess a degree or relevant experience in planning, along with RTPI membership. Responsibilities include providing guidance on heritage planning and effectively communicating with stakeholders. This role requires a strong understanding of planning legislation and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to community development in St Albans.

Qualifications

• Degree or significant relevant experience in planning.
• Membership with the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
• Strong understanding of planning regulations and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess planning applications.
• Provide guidance on conservation area regulations.
• Apply knowledge of statutory regulations to planning decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding of planning regulations

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in planning or significant relevant experience

Membership with the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)

Job description

Planning Officer

Location: Civic Centre, AL1 3JE

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 12+ Months

Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00, 37 Hours per week

Pay Rate: £ 31.81 Per Hour

Job Ref: (phone number removed)

Job Responsibilities

• Review and assess planning applications, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
• Provide guidance on Conservation Area, Listed Building, and Advertisement regulations.
• Apply knowledge of development management processes, including statutory regulations and case law, to planning decisions.
• Work collaboratively with team members and stakeholders to ensure effective planning outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with the public and other council departments.

Person Specifications

• Must Have:
  • Degree or significant relevant experience in planning.
  • Membership with the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
  • Strong understanding of planning regulations and legislation.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Nice to Have:
  • Experience with local government planning processes.
  • Knowledge of conservation and heritage planning.

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