Job Overview
Assistant Planner positions are multifaceted and may include some, or all, of the following key service areas:
* Development Management;
* Enforcement;
* Forward Planning Development;
* Public Realm/Strategic Projects;
Responsibilities
1. Assessment of planning applications and pre-application proposals against the Council’s policies and provide recommendations and policy responses as required;
2. Assisting in the preparation, implementation and monitoring of Development Plan/Local Area Plan/Public Realm Projects and Schemes and in the preparation of reports on these matters for the Chief Executive and the Council;
3. Assist in the investigation into Unauthorised Developments and prepare assessments and reports as required;
4. Assisting in monitoring and reporting on implementation progress, including gathering/analysis of development and market activity;
5. Liaising and working with relevant statutory bodies on various aspects of planning;
The Ideal Candidate
It is desirable that candidates demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that he/she;
* Knowledge of planning legislation, practices, and key relevant European Directives;
* Knowledge of planning issues relevant to County Kildare and its wider region;
* Planning, operational and project management skills;
* Knowledge of local government structure and services, its mandate and activities particularly in relation to planning and development;
* Report writing skills and IT skills.
Driving Licence
Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish/EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence. They must be a competent driver and shall drive a car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. The council must be indemnified on their insurance.
Online Application Required, CVs not Acceptable.
Benefits of Working with Us
Job with a purpose, serving the local community;
Career Development Opportunities;
Excellent Benefits & Job Security;
Supportive Work-Life Balance Initiatives;
Public Service Pension Scheme;
Kildare County Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity.
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