Engagement Ranger

The role

We are looking for an Engagement Ranger to help people connect with, enjoy and care for the Peak District National Park.

In the role you will be a visible and approachable presence in your area, engaging with visitors and local communities to help them enjoy the National Park responsibly. You will provide advice and information, deliver engaging pop-up events that help people understand and appreciate the Peak District’s special qualities.

You will work with colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations to support nature conservation, promote responsible access and encourage positive behaviour in the countryside. You will also monitor rights of way and access land, identify issues affecting visitors or the landscape and ensure that the National Park remains a special place for everyone.

This role involves working outdoors in all weathers, including at busy visitor locations and during weekends and bank holidays when required. You will need to be comfortable working independently across your area, while contributing to a dispersed ranger team.

You will be required to work 2 in 4 weekends and some bank holidays.

About you

You will be passionate about the countryside and enjoy helping people connect with nature. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage positively with a wide range of people, including when dealing with challenging situations.

You will have experience of delivering public engagement, educational activities or events, and be able to adapt your approach to different audiences. You will also have an understanding of countryside access, responsible recreation and the importance of protecting the natural environment. You will also have practical experience delivering infrastructure repairs, e.g. Installation of gates, fences and signage.

You will be organised, proactive and able to manage your own workload, identify priorities and work effectively with colleagues and partners. You will be confident working outdoors, observing and reporting issues on rights of way and access land, and helping visitors enjoy the National Park safely and responsibly.

A full UK driving licence, and the ability to travel across your designated area are essential for this role. (An Authority vehicle will be available to you to use).

An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate due to safeguarding responsibilities.

About us

The Peak District National Park was the first of Britain’s 15 national parks and is still enjoyed by millions, looking for both adventure and a breathing space to escape. It is also the most accessible due to its proximity to four major cities of the UK and its 38,000 residents. We recognise the importance of our national park, and our job is to speak up and care for the Peak District National Park for all to enjoy forever.

Further information

If you have any questions about the role, please contact us. No agencies at this time, please.

Provisional interview date: Wed 18 November

Benefits

We offer a range of staff benefits including flexi-time, a high-quality defined benefit pension scheme (2 years to qualifying period), 26-31 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase more, volunteering leave and free parking at most of our offices. Please check out our Total Reward Brochure to see what else we offer.

Our values

• Care – We care for the Peak District National Park, the people we work with and all those we serve. It’s at the heart of everything we do.
• Enjoy – We take pride in what we do and feel good about our contribution.
• Pioneer – We were born of pioneers. We will continue to explore opportunities to inspire future generations.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

The Peak District National Park Authority is committed to equal opportunities. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.

We are a “Disability Confident” employer and have committed to offering an interview to a proportionate number of applicants who declare a disability, if they meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please select 'Yes' if you wish to be considered under this basis.

If you are unable to apply online and require a Word version of the application form, please contact us.

You must have the right to work in the UK; we are unfortunately unable to offer sponsorship visas. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested before appointment.