Assistant Ranger

Job Description

Assistant Ranger (2 Year Fixed-Term Contract)Exmoor House, Dulverton, SomersetAre you an environmental and/or countryside management professional looking to work within one of the country’s most breath-taking spaces Do you want to be a part of an organisation that conserves and enhances Exmoors special qualities whilst encouraging the public to enjoy and learn more about the National Park If so, this could be the role for you.About UsExmoor National Park is a unique and beautiful part of the country that has been shaped by nature and people over thousands of years.From the high cliffs that plunge into the Bristol Channel to vast moorlands, Exmoor offers drama, tranquillity, beauty and adventure.We’re currently looking for an Assistant Ranger to join our Access and Recreation Team on a 2-year, fixed-term contract.The Benefits- Salary of £22,183 - £25,481 per annum- Government pension- Flexible working- Family friendly schemes- Paid sickness leave- Social events- 27 days’ annual leaveThis is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in our community, working with land managers to help conserve and enhance Exmoor’s special qualities.We believe in promoting a healthy work-life balance and providing a welcoming, collaborative culture where staff have the flexibility, freedom and support they need to thrive.Based in a beautiful wooded valley beside the River Barle, we have one of the world’s most stunning environments. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in our office, so we often go out for lunchtime walks to enjoy the clean country air, recharge and enjoy Exmoor’s beauty; indeed, as an Assistant Ranger, you will often be out in the great outdoors.The RoleAs an Assistant Ranger, you will ensure that everyone feels welcome to the National Park and you will help people to both enjoy and understand the special qualities of Exmoor.You will help ensure that any negative impacts people can have are kept to a minimum, for the benefit of all who work in, visit and love Exmoor. You will speak with visitors to explain codes of good practice and restrictions as necessary, as well as carrying out site checks, clearing litter etc.Reporting to the Access and Recreation Manager, you will:- Lead on inspections of our public paths and access network and record information in a variety of formats, making use of images, video, GIS and specialist equipment- Support education activities and programmes, working closely with the Education Team- Facilitate volunteer activities and programmes, for example practical projects, conservation work, surveys and guides- Contribute to our walks, events and activities programme- Develop written materials and other content to support information and interpretationAbout YouTo join us as an Assistant Ranger, you’ll need:- A qualification in an environmental or countryside management discipline at HND (ideally degree) or equivalent level- Experience in land management, recreation, and education/interpretation- An ability to understand and work with technical documents and information- Knowledge and experience of Health and Safety legislation and its application, including carrying out risk assessments- A valid full driving licenceOther organisations may call this role Ranger, Associate Ranger, Deputy Ranger, Land Ranger, Park Ranger, National Park Ranger, Community Ranger, or Countryside Ranger.The closing date for applications is the 16th November 2020.As a service provider and local employer, Exmoor National Park Authority is committed to promoting equal opportunities and tackling social exclusion in everything it does. The Authority recognises its statutory equality duties under legislation in terms of service provision and employment and is committed to meeting them.So, if you’re seeking an exciting contract as an Assistant Ranger, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.