Sector Ranger Dartmoor National Park (Sector covers West of Dartmoor)
About Us Dartmoor National Park Authority works in partnership with local and national stakeholders to conserve and enhance Dartmoor as a vibrant, living, working landscape and community teeming with natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage.
We promote opportunities for the public to understand and enjoy the special qualities of Dartmoor National Park, whilst also promoting the economic and social wellbeing of local communities.
We are now looking for a Sector Ranger to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37 hours per week.
The Role As a Sector Ranger, you will work across the West of Dartmoor, acting as an ambassador and ensuring everyone has access to and can look after and use the National Park through the management of the Rights of Way network.
A strong practical ability will be essential.
Undertaking visitor management and engagement, you will patrol common and access land, providing advice and assistance to the public and, where appropriate, enforcing relevant byelaws.
You will also contribute to and support activities that promote the special qualities of the National Park through working with volunteers, Youth Rangers and by representing the Authority at events, shows and Parish Councils.
Additionally, you will:
Promote the work of the Authority with the local community and visitorsOrganise contractors and volunteersRecruit and manage Voluntary Wardens and volunteersProvide a point of contact and assist in the management of larger recreational eventsManage public rights of way and access land The Benefits Salary of £32,076 - £36,648 per annum (Pay award pending)Weekend / Bank Holiday AllowancesGenerous annual leave and flexitime policiesCycle to work schemeAccess to work vehicleLocal Government Pension SchemeBeautiful office locations at Parke and PrincetownDiscounts at National Park Visitor CentresFree parking in our car parks on Dartmoor This is a terrific opportunity for a Ranger with experience in countryside, access, recreation and visitor management to join our renowned organisation.
You'll have the chance to work in a stunning location, steeped in rich history and surrounded by breathtaking forests, rivers, wetlands and tors.
Plus, with a great array of benefits to cover your personal and professional wellbeing from finance and flexitime policies to discounts and generous annual leave, this is the perfect role for now and the future.
So, if you want to help us conserve and enhance the wonderful heritage and landscape of this beautiful corner of the world, then apply today.
About You To be considered as a Sector Ranger, you will need:
Experience in countryside, access, recreation and visitor managementExperience of Ranger dutiesExperience of managing and co-ordinating volunteersExperience using strimmers, chainsaws and handheld power toolsKnowledge of countryside access legislation and countryside lawFamiliarity with Dartmoor and local geographyExcellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skillsProficiency in ITA degree, professional qualification or substantial experience in Countryside Management (or similar relevant subject)A full, valid driving licence Please note, this role requires regular weekend and bank holiday work, as per the rota which covers seven days per week.
There will also be a requirement to work occasional evenings (e.g.
for attendance at Parish Council meetings).
Closing date: 15 September 2024Interview date: 3 October 2024 Webrecruit and Dartmoor National Park Authority are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.
Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
So, if you want to support our National Park as a Sector Ranger, please apply via the button shown.
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