Planning Investigation Officer Employer: Mid Sussex District Council Reference: EDEV037
Planning Investigation Officer Employer: Mid Sussex District Council Reference: EDEV037
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Job Description
Do you have a passion for making a real impact on local communities Do you have experience in investigative work Do you thrive in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment If so Mid Sussex District Council is looking for a talented and motivated Planning Investigation Officer to join our Enforcement team.
About the Role
As a Planning Investigation Officer in the Enforcement team you will play a key role in undertaking investigations in relation to alleged breaches of planning control and enforcing the Councils planning decisions. You will be a strong team player with a flexible approach to your work and an excellent communicator.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a wide-raging caseload of investigations.
- Negotiating resolutions to planning breaches.
- Defending the Councils position at appeal.
- Ensuring that all stakeholders are kept up to date in the progress of your investigations and applications.
- Keeping yourself up to date with changes in planning law policy and guidance.
What We Offer
Working at Mid Sussex District Council means being part of a team that actively shapes the future of our communities. You will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on local development while enjoying a range of benefits:
- Generous Pension Scheme We offer an attractive pension scheme to help secure your future.
- Annual Leave Enjoy between 26 and 31 days of annual leave giving you the flexibility to balance work and life.
- Agile Working We offer flexible working arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance alongside the expectation that employees can regularly attend the office.
- Learning and Development Our commitment to your personal and professional growth includes access to excellent development opportunities.
About You
To excel in this role you will need:
- A genuine interest in and enthusiasm for protecting the built and natural environment.
- Experience in investigative work ideally within a public facing setting.
- Some knowledge of planning legislation and enforcement.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide detailed technical advice and present complex information to a variety of audiences.
- The ability to manage your own varied workload.
Join Us
If youre ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to shaping the future of Mid Sussex we want to hear from you.Apply todayand be part of a dynamic and supportive team thats committed to making a positive difference for our residents and communities.
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Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
