RQ1768267 – Planning Officer (Development Management) in Walsall

Work Pattern: 37 hours a week, (9 am till 5:30 pm) Hybrid, On site in Walsall two days per week including Tuesdays (Planning Department all-in day)

PAYE Pay Rate: £25.27 per hour

Main Purpose

To manage planning applications and enforcement cases, provide planning advice and support an effective Development Management service.

Key Duties

• Manage minor and householder planning applications.
• Deal with pre-application enquiries.
• Investigate planning enforcement cases.
• Prepare reports, recommendations and correspondence.
• Carry out consultations and site visits.
• Monitor planning conditions and approved developments.
• Respond to customer enquiries and complaints.
• Attend meetings and present planning cases when required.
• Maintain accurate planning records and case files.
• Work to statutory deadlines, KPIs and service standards.
• Keep up to date with planning legislation and policies.
• Work with residents, developers, agents, Councilors and colleagues.

Essential Skills

• Planning or development management experience.
• Knowledge of planning legislation and policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organization and workload management.
• Excellent customer service and IT skills.
• Ability to handle difficult situations professionally.
• Ability to interpret planning drawings.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Relevant planning qualification or equivalent experience.