Location

Great Moor House, Exeter, EX2 7NL

Hours

Part Time - 11 hours per week

Salary

£30,518 - £33,699 per annum, pro rata

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Public Rights of Way and Country Parks team at Devon County Council. As a Devon Countryside Access Forum (DCAF) Officer, you will play a key role in facilitating the effective functioning of the DCAF, which provides independent advice to Devon County Council and others on improving outdoor recreation and countryside access. You will be part of a team of public rights of way officers based in Exeter, supporting health and wellbeing, environmental sustainability, and economic vitality. Your responsibilities will include arranging, publicising, attending and minuting DCAF meetings, preparing agenda papers, reports and newsletters, coordinating consultation responses, and managing the administration required to run the Forum and support its volunteer members. The role offers excellent flexible working opportunities and the chance to contribute to meaningful community and environmental outcomes.

Benefits

• Generous leave allowance that increases with length of service
• Continued professional development with access to training and mentor support
• Flexible working hours and the ability to accrue additional flex leave days
• Time off for public holidays
• A generous pension scheme providing financial security

RequirementsExperience

Experience in public access, countryside management, or transferable skills is desirable. Proven ability to manage and coordinate meetings, events and training, and communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals and organisations at local, regional and national levels.

About you

Excellent communication, time management and administration skills. Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively within a team. Commitment to supporting health, wellbeing, environmental sustainability and economic vitality through countryside access.

Qualifications

No specific qualifications are stated as essential; however, relevant experience and skills in public access or countryside management are advantageous.