Public Rights of Way Officer (Definitive Map)

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Public Rights of Way and Country Parks team at Devon County Council. We are recruiting for a Public Rights of Way Officer to join our Definitive Map and technical team, playing a key part in managing one of the UK’s most popular rights of way and access networks. 

With excellent opportunities to work flexibly, you will be part of a team of specialist officers based at our Exeter office, helping to support and deliver for health and wellbeing, environmental sustainability, and economic vitality. 

Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification and with experience in public access, countryside management and/or transferable regulatory functions, you will have a proven ability to influence and innovate, and to understand a diverse range of regulations, laws, requirements and evidence. 

Key areas of focus include making sure that the legal record of public rights of way is accurate, up-to-date, and publicly available; investigating claims and assessing evidence for modifying the Definitive Map; and making and publishing legal Orders to modify the PROW network.

Benefits of working with Devon also include 

• Generous Leave: allowing you to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance, and increasing with length of service.
• Continued Professional Development: Access to training and mentor support to help you achieve your career goals and grow within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible hours and the ability to accrue additional flex leave days per year, providing you with the flexibility to manage your time effectively.
• Public Holidays: Time off for bank holidays, giving you the opportunity to spend quality time with family and friends.
• Pension Scheme: A generous pension plan to secure your future, offering peace of mind and financial stability.

The closing date is 12 noon on Wednesday 12th November with interviews scheduled for Wednesday 26th November. 

For an informal discussion, please contact Tom Green or Richard Walton on (01392) 383000.

Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.

• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
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• For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.