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The Heathlands Reunited Wealden Heath Strategic Access Management and Monitoring (SAMM) project is a South Downs National Park Authority initiative that provides a range of mitigation measures to partner local authorities. The aim of the initiative is to promote sustainable and responsible use of designated sites and, in doing so, protect the vulnerable habitats and the species that depend on them.

The project is a partnership led by the South Downs National Park Authority which seeks to promote bigger, better, joined-up heathland that people know about, care about, and use responsibly and sustainably. As part of the project’s legacy, the Wealden Heath SAMM team consists of a group of engagement rangers focused on the delivery of a range of access management and monitoring solutions to mitigate public access impact on sites in the Wealden Heath Special Protected Areas (SPA) around Bordon.

We are looking to recruit an Assistant Public Engagement Ranger to join the team and support the delivery of a package of events and access management monitoring solutions for heathland sites during ground nesting bird season.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated candidate with good communication and personal skills who can work collaboratively within a mutually supportive project team. Experience of public engagement and conservation will be an advantage. The main purpose of this role is to support the delivery of a package of community engagement & monitoring solutions for heathland sites. This includes:

– a programme of public and community engagement activities and events.
– a schedule of site monitoring patrols & surveys.
– a plan of access improvements.

Role Scope:
– Flexibility to cover out of hours’ duties at weekends, early mornings, and evenings. There is potential for work patterns to be adapted to fit lifestyle commitments within agreed core hours.
– Travel to sites at irregular hours for short visits.
– Ability to travel throughout the project locations and to Midhurst is essential.

This part-time seasonal position would suit a student or graduate looking to gain experience in the sector, or someone with relevant experience looking to take their first steps in a career in conservation.

Sound like something that interests you? Think you can really add value to the role? Meet the person specification? Then please apply!

To apply:  Please click here to upload your CV and complete our application referring to the person specification.

SDNPA is an inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, faith and religion, disability and age.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants.

In all circumstances the SDNPA appoints on merit based on evidence the applicant supplies in meeting the essential criteria for the post. Further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion can be found here.

SDNPA Enhanced Benefits

• Flexible working
• Local government pension scheme
• Healthcare – includes cash plan, counselling and wellbeing discounts
• Access to Health and Wellbeing portal and webinars
• 27 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus bank holidays
• Professional development support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car sharing
• Use of pool cars
• Regular staff events / activities, which support the SDNPA’s Purposes and Duty

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• Job Description ( 66.14 Kb )
• Person Specification ( 66.14 Kb )