Principal Planning Enforcement Officer (Development Management)

Calderdale Council; Halifax; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an ambitious and supportive team as a Principal Planning Enforcement Officer, where you will play a pivotal role in developing planning enforcement services. This position offers the chance to manage complex cases, prepare enforcement notices, and work closely with legal advisors. With a commitment to excellent customer service and a focus on professional development, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a collaborative environment. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a generous holiday allowance while making a significant impact in your community.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Flexible working arrangements

Great holiday allowance

Membership in West Yorkshire Pension Scheme

Good transport access

Qualifications

• Proven experience in development management or planning enforcement.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of planning enforcement issues.
• Prepare enforcement notices and assist legal advisors.
• Mentor the team and assist the Team Leader.

Skills

Development management experience

Planning enforcement experience

Negotiation skills

Investigation skills

Research skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service commitment

Full UK driving licence

Education

Recognised degree in planning

Relevant professional planning experience

Job description

Application closing date: 19/01/2025

Location: Halifax

Salary Scale: PO4-7, £39,513 - £42,708 per annum

Package: 37 hours per week, permanent

Job category/type: Council

Job Description

Post Ref: CC269

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join an ambitious and supportive team! If you are looking for the next step in your career, then this is the role for you!

We are looking for someone that can take on the role of Principal Planning Enforcement Officer to assist the team in delivering an effective and efficient planning enforcement service. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is looking to play a pivotal role in developing the service while also developing themselves.

Some of the perks of working as a Principal Planning Enforcement Officer:

• Supportive and friendly team to help you develop in the role
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working arrangements (a range of flexible working options would be considered; if you would like to discuss this, please contact us).
• Great holiday allowance (31 days annual leave, increasing to 36 after 5 years or more continuous Local Government Service)
• Membership and contributions towards the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme
• Great location in beautiful Calderdale, situated between Leeds, Bradford, and Manchester, with good transport access from a wide area.

What will you be doing?

• Manage a varied caseload of planning enforcement issues, including the most complex and sensitive cases
• Prepare enforcement notices and instruct our legal advisors
• Assist our legal advisors with prosecutions and injunctions and, where appropriate, attend court to give evidence on behalf of the Council
• Assist the Team Leader with management and mentoring of the team

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience working in development management, planning enforcement, or a similar field.
• Negotiation skills
• Investigation and research skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A commitment to providing excellent customer service
• Full UK driving licence (access to a vehicle is not necessary if licence held for 2 years)
• Recognised degree or relevant professional planning experience, providing eligibility for membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute

Can you see yourself in this role? Then submit an online application or email your CV to [e-mail] with the post reference in the subject.

If you are not sure or have questions, get in touch with Claire Dunn, Team Leader (Development Management) - [e-mail]

Closing Date: Sunday 19th January 2025

Interview Date: W/C 27 January 2025

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision, we aim to be a talented, resilient, and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working/job share opportunities for both full and part-time staff.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application, please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date; an early submission is advised.