Midlothian Council
Location
Dalkeith, Midlothian | United Kingdom
Job description
We are looking for a positive, enthusiastic individual to join our highly motivated Planning, Sustainable Growth and Investment team to lead on our Climate Change activities and policy development.
Midlothian is the fastest growing authority in Scotland and with this brings exciting place-making opportunities and a chance to help shape and build communities in a ‘green’ carbon natural way – starting by looking at the Council’s own operations and sphere of influence. Midlothian is a mix of attractive countryside, historical landscapes and vibrant communities in its towns and villages. Its immediate proximity to the attractions of Edinburgh, but with affordable family housing, makes it a go to destination for professionals seeking career opportunities in the south east of Scotland. Come join us!
The post holder will primarily be responsible to lead on the Council’s response to climate change initially on a temporary two year contract. To be the Council’s climate change ‘expert’; to draft, review and modify corporate climate change strategy and policy; to coordinate action across Council Services; to monitor and report progress against set targets; and to promote and facilitate climate change action in local communities and with businesses.
A degree relating to; Climate Change, Sustainability, and/or Town and Country Planning or equivalent plus at least three years direct experience in climate change, sustainability or planning and demonstrable organisational, communication, and negotiation skills are essential. A relevant post degree qualification in Climate Change or Sustainability or relevant subject is desirable.
If you wish to discuss this post further, please contact Peter Arnsdorf, Planning, Sustainable Growth and Investment Manager at [email protected]
CLOSING DATE - 24 March 2024
INTERVIEW DATE - 4 April 2024
Position Title: Climate Change Lead Officer
Directorate: Place
Location: Fairfield House/Home Working
Contract Status: Fixed Term – 2 Years
Hours of Work: 36
Working Pattern: As per the Council’s flexi system (7 hours 12 minutes per day)
Weeks per year: 52
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Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.
Based on you working 36 hours over 52 weeks per year the minimum salary for this position is £50,549.90 per annum.
Compliance with the mandatory Cabinet Office PSN (Public Sector Network) Code of Connection requires the Council to meet a baseline personal security standard. This requires completion of a disclosure check for all employees who can access official information. The fee for this PSN Disclosure check will be met by you.
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please call 0131 271 3063 to speak to a member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter.Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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£50.55k - £55.3k per annum
