Job ref: SA25-022-01 | Job type: Permanent
Location: Downpatrick | Salary: PO4 SCP 37-40, £46,731 – £49,764 per annum
Quantity of Posts Available: 1

Closing date: Monday 17 Mar 2025 12:00

Job summary

**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application**

Whilst the Council are recruiting for a permanent Senior Planning Officer in Downpatrick, please note that a reserve list will be compiled for future permanent, temporary, full time and part time posts for Senior Planning Officer positions at Council Offices in both Downpatrick and Newry.

Job Summary
To be responsible for the Planning team in ensuring the high standard of meeting individual and team targets and delivering a high and consistent standard of service delivery in respect of the Councils responsibilities and statutory functions in relation to Planning.

Hours of Work
36 hours per week.
The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant.

Duration of appointment
Permanent.

Work Pattern
Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday.
Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice.

Location and transferability
Location is Downpatrick.
The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time.  Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice.

Salary
PO4 SCP 37-40, currently £46,731 – £49,764 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).