Planning Contributions Officer - Person Specification

Job title: Planning Contributions Officer

Grade: Grade 4

Key requirements:

• Priority 1 – Could not do the job without this
• Priority 2 – Could not do the job without this, but provided have Priority 1 criteria, this could be developed in the job over an acceptable period
• Priority 3 – Would enhance performance in the job, but is not essential

Qualifications

1. GCSE Grade ‘C’ or above in English and Mathematics Priority 1
2. At least 2 years’ recent experience of technical planning administration Priority 2

Knowledge

3. A good understanding of the CIL regulations, S106 implementation and associated Statutory and emerging Guidance Priority 2
4. Knowledge of planning policy Priority 3

Experience

5. Experience of handling, manipulation and monitoring of large and complex information/data sets over short and long periods of time Priority 1
6. Able to demonstrate experience of working in a planning/infrastructure environment Priority 2
7. Experience of planning application appraisal Priority 3
8. To be able to demonstrate tact and diplomatic skills in dealing with the public and elected members Priority 2

Skills

9. To be able to drive, possess a current driving licence and provide a suitable vehicle for use at work Priority 1
10. Demonstrate the ability to accurately collate, analyse and present complex information, and data in a clear and concise manner Priority 1
11. Experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access products Priority 1
12. The ability to maximise the use of town planning software Priority 3

 

 

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Last Updated on Tuesday, April 8, 2025