Post Title: Planner/Planning AssistantMAIN PURPOSE:To provide planning advice to assist the Council to fulfil its role as local planning authority.SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Handle all types of planning and planning related applications for consent, permission and approval.Present the Councils case at appeal in written representations, informal hearings and local inquiries.Attend Plans Sub Committee and delegation meetings to assist in the determination of applications.Investigate and report on alleged breaches of planning control.Attend in Court and represent the Councils position as required.Deal with all correspondence related to planning issues.Provide pre-application advice to applicants and third parties.As required carry out any other duties within the planning division including duties in the development plan and heritage and urban design sections.Attend meetings in and out of office hours as required.Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post, as required to ensure the efficient and effective running of the Department / Section.This post is within the career grade structure for the Planning Division.
The duties detailed above are those typical to a planner within the Development Management Team.
However, the actual duties worked will be dependent upon where your appointment falls within the career grade structure.Progression within the career grade structure is dependent upon qualifications, experience and the level of work you are undertaking.SKILLS & ABILITIESEssential:Ability to communicate orally in a clear and confident manner with a wide range of people at all levels.Able to write succinctly and in plain English, reports on Development Management matters.Excellent organisational skills and the ability to think laterally and work to tight deadlines.Ability to present the Council's case at appeal.Able to work with others as part of a team.KNOWLEDGEUp to date knowledge of planning legislation.Practical knowledge of IT packages would be an advantage.EXPERIENCEExperience of working in planning.QUALIFICATIONSMRTPI or related degree.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSCurrent driving licence