Heritage Officer

**PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.**

Amber Valley has a realm of historical buildings and is privileged to be part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, confirming the outstanding importance of the area as the birthplace of the factory system, where in the 18th Century water power was successfully harnessed for têxtile production.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide specialist heritage advice to support the Development Management and Planning Policy services of the Council, ensuring the enhancement, protection and promotion of the Borough’s heritage assets.

Applicants will require:

- excellent communication, report writing, presentation and negotiation skills with a range of audiences and ability to deal with contentious issues;
- an extensive knowledge of heritage and how it can be used positively to underpin corporate objectives and priorities;
- at least three years practical experience of legislation, policy, guidance and practice in respect of heritage matters; and
- a Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent qualification.

We offer a range of staff benefits that include generous holiday entitlement, Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working and free on-site parking.

**_ CV’s are not accepted._**

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.