Solway Coast Aonb Officer

**Salary**: £32,020 - £32,909 pa

**Hours**: 37

**Location**: Silloth, North Cumbria

**Contract**: Permanent

The Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Team is recruiting an experienced
and enthusiastic member of staff to assist with the development and delivery of projects
carrying out key work helping to conserve and enhance this nationally and internationally
important 59km stretch of coastline, as well as supporting its communities and encouraging
people to enjoy and appreciate the landscape.

The post is based in the Solway Coast AONB offices in Silloth but you will be working on a
range of sites within the AONB as well as some home working where appropriate. The role will be
based in and employed by Cumberland Council.

The post will involve delivering or helping to deliver projects; for example, improving habitat
for a protected species, establishing a new footpath, thinking creatively to find a long-term
solution for a local landmark, working with schools and the public on an archaeological
excavation or delivering a sustainable tourism initiative. You will also be expected to help to
secure funding for the delivery of projects as well as assist with the preparation and
monitoring of the AONB 5-year Management Plan.

You will have good experience and knowledge of nature conservation, the historic environment,
or designated landscapes. You will be an excellent communicator with a positive attitude,
enthusiastic about the Solway and what it can offer.

For an informal chat about this post, please contact Naomi Kay on 07355 032 766 and see
our website about the Solway Coast AONB.

**Closing date**: 10/07/2023

**Interview date**: 27/07/2023