Principal Planning Officer - Castle Point Borough Council
Essex County Council, Thundersley, Castle Point
Principal Planning Officer - Castle Point Borough Council
£114400
Essex County Council, Thundersley, Castle Point
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted today, 26 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 40a4304ae59749dfbae44141faa192e3
Full Job Description
- Undertaking complex work in relation to the preparation of the Castle Point Plan including: + Reviewing and interpreting complex evidence base documents and formulating policies that respond to the outcomes of that evidence. + Undertaking analysis of data and information to create evidence to support plan making and decision taking. This includes statutory reporting. + Advising members of the options and challenges they need to address through the Castle Point Plan and incorporating their feedback into policies. + Drafting of policies and their justification. + Drafting planning guidance. + Reviewing engagement outcomes and adjusting policies to reflect those outcomes. + Presenting evidence in writing and in person in respect of the plan. This includes appearing at the EiP for the Plan.
- Coaching junior members of the team.
This is a 6-month temporary opportunity for a Principal Planning Officer who has experience in plan-making, good planning policy knowledge and who is available for a November start date. Please note this role is offered on a hybrid working basis with an expectation of 2 days in the office every week., Degree level relevant qualification - Knowledge and understanding of planning legislation and regulations with reference to local government and district councils
- Previous experience of producing Local Plans
- Strong organisation and communication skills Castle Point Borough Council is proud to be a disability confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.
Why Castle Point? Castle Point Borough Council is a statutory body responsible for employing nearly 350 staff, and delivering over 150 council services, both statutory and for the community's well-being and benefit. Castle Point Borough Council aims to provide high-quality and financially sustainable services while prioritising outstanding customer service, transparency in decision-making, and promoting local democracy. Additionally, the council seeks to transform, modernize, and improve its performance, as well as support and enable the communities within its jurisdiction to be strong, healthy, and thriving.