Heritage Engagement Officer

1 month ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Historic Environment Scotland Full time

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a small team with a national remit that has influence over a wide range of Historic Environment Scotland's regulatory and advisory roles. You will be part of an ongoing process to make our advice, guidance, and training more inclusive and accessible. Your work will help us to ensure that our services, and the way we deliver them, reflect our national priorities, including responding to the climate and nature crises.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategies to promote inclusive and accessible heritage services
  • Collaborate with colleagues to provide expert advice and guidance on heritage matters
  • Contribute to the development of training programs and resources to support heritage professionals

Benefits

  • Special leave
  • Reimbursement for relevant professional subscriptions
  • Study leave for work-related courses
  • Occupational sick pay scheme
  • Access to a free Headspace subscription
  • Access to a civil service pension scheme with minimum employer contributions of 28% (pro rata'd)

What We Offer

We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a competitive salary and benefits package.


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