Visitor Rangers

LOCATION:
Various Locations in Perth & Kinross Council Area, PH1 5GD

SALARY:
£23,631 - £25,903 per year

CONTRACT TYPE:
Fixed Term

POSITION TYPE:
Full Time

HOURS:
36 hours per week

£23,631 - £25,903 Fixed Term (Until 31.10.2023)

Various Locations across Perth and Kinross

We are looking for a number of Visitor Rangers who can make a real difference to the lives of the communities most impacted by the increase in visitor numbers. These posts are seasonal and finish on 31/10/2023.

This will require taking part in regular multi-agency motorised patrol rota around rural visitor hotspots to engage with visitors and provide guidance on responsible access, which may require diplomacy and decisiveness. The postholder will support local landowners and communities impacted by additional visitors and promote responsible behaviours compliant with Scottish Outdoor Access Code. In this varied role the ranger will often be the first point of contact for the visitors as well as the residents thus will represent the Council. This role is primarily outdoors and will require regular driving through countryside across Perth & Kinross. Rangers will be required to perform simple maintenance tasks. Relevant training, uniform and access to liveried vehicle will be provided.

**The Individual**:
Please APPLY ONLINE. Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss.

As part of our safer recruitment measures, Perth & Kinross Council carries out rigorous checks on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, employment history, including references, and fitness to undertake the post.

A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.