Rights of Way Assistant

Within the Highways Directorate we are looking to appoint enthusiastic, customer focused and experienced person to join the Service, to assist with the management of the public rights of way network across Derbyshire.
You will be joining a team of eager and ambitious technicians and engineers to ensure the successful delivery of the Council's duties and responsibilities as Highway Authority, and provide a safe and reliable network for all users.
What will I be doing?
+ you will be involved in investigating and resolving reported problems on public rights of way
+ implementing minor works for the repair and maintenance to the network
+ assisting with the processing of Public Path Orders
+ work in respect of keeping the Definitive Map & Statement up to date
+ providing responses to enquiries from customers and service users
What skills and experience do I need to have?
+ familiar with relevant highway and rights of way legislation
+ map reading skills
+ ability to keep accurate records
+ full driving licence
+ be able to walk long distances and negotiate rough terrain
These lists are not exhaustive, take a look at our comprehensive job profile for more detail.
You will support with the implementation of service improvements and excellent customer care, and work within a team to contribute and achieve required performance targets.
We offer a friendly and supportive working environment, a variety of Derbyshire based work, flexible working hours and the opportunity to develop yourself and your career.

+ Local Government Pension Scheme
+ 25 days of annual leave plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service
+ Flexi time allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month
+ Free car parking at most sites
+ Commitment to your continuing professional development with ongoing training opportunities
+ Occupational Health service
+ Physiotherapy Service
+ An in-house counselling service
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ Discount on leisure centre memberships
+ And much more.
Would you like to know what it's like to be part of our team? You can see what our team have to say here.
This Rights of Way Assistant role is contractually based in Darley Dale, Matlock, Derbyshire, but as part of our Modern Ways of Working programme we are currently working on a hybrid basis. There'll be an opportunity to discuss future working arrangements at interview.