We are working with a Local Authority seeking an experienced Public Rights of Way Officer to support a busy Rights of Way team with a significant backlog of casework.
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
This is a specialist role requiring an officer who can hit the ground running from day one, with extensive experience managing complex PROW cases independently and confidently navigating the legal and procedural aspects of Rights of Way work.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing and progressing Definitive Map Modification Orders (DMMOs) from investigation through to determination.
- Leading on Section 119 Public Path Diversion Orders and associated statutory processes.
- Investigating evidence and preparing reports relating to rights of way claims and modifications.
- Interpreting and working with the Definitive Map and Statement.
- Liaising with landowners, applicants, statutory consultees, legal teams and members of the public.
- Preparing documentation for committee reports, orders and public inquiries where required.
- Providing professional advice on Public Rights of Way legislation and procedures.
- Managing a caseload independently and ensuring matters are progressed efficiently and compliantly.
Essential Requirements
To be considered, applicants must demonstrate substantial recent experience within a Local Authority Public Rights of Way team, including:
Extensive experience dealing with Definitive Map Modification Orders (DMMOs)
Strong experience processing Section 119 Public Path Diversion Orders
Detailed working knowledge of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, Highways Act 1980 and associated PROW legislation
Proven experience interpreting and maintaining the Definitive Map and Statement
Ability to independently manage complex PROW casework with minimal supervision
Experience preparing evidence, reports and legal documentation relating to rights of way matters
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in Planning, Geography, Countryside Management, Environmental Management or related discipline.
- Experience attending public inquiries, hearings or committee meetings. xgikmsk
- Additional experience with Public Path Orders, Creation Orders and Extinguishment Orders.
About the Role
This opportunity is ideally suited to a highly experienced PROW professional who is already working within or has recently worked within a Local Autho...
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