Public Rights of Way Access Officer (Hybrid)

Herts Legal Service - Hertfordshire County Council; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hertfordshire County Council’s Countryside & Rights of Way Service in Stevenage is seeking an Access Officer to inspect fault reports, engage with landowners and coordinate accessibility improvements on the Public Rights of Way network.

The role combines outdoor work with collaborative problem solving, requires a full driving licence and strong communication, and a practical knowledge of relevant legislation. Permanent, hybrid role with a starting salary of £35,570 rising to £38,510 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Public Rights of Way, countryside access or land management.
• Practical knowledge of Public Rights of Way legislation.
• Positive engagement with landowners, volunteers and the public.
• Clear and calm communication, with a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to organise your own work and manage a varied workload.
• A full manual driving licence is essential for travel across Hertfordshire.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Public Rights of Way fault reports and identify maintenance needs or accessibility improvements.
• Specify, procure and oversee works carried out by contractors.
• Work with landowners to resolve access issues and agree improvements.
• Support volunteers and community groups caring for local paths.
• Handle public enquiries in a helpful, informative way.
• Respond to planning consultations to protect access and opportunities for improvements.

Skills

Public Rights of Way experience

Land management experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Organising own work

Full manual driving licence

Job description

Hertfordshire County Council’s Countryside & Rights of Way Service in Stevenage is seeking an Access Officer to inspect fault reports, engage with landowners and coordinate accessibility improvements on the Public Rights of Way network.

The role combines outdoor work with collaborative problem solving, requires a full driving licence and strong communication, and a practical knowledge of relevant legislation. Permanent, hybrid role with a starting salary of £35,570 rising to £38,510 per year.