Conservation Support Officer (Trees & Woodland)

As a key member of our team, you'll:

• Lead the administration with respect to the Authorities statutory requirements in dealing with protected trees.
• Co-ordinate and administer surveys and monitoring, including: identifying survey sites; contacting landowners; inputting results into GQIA and other databases; and assist with analysis and report production
• Assist with the administration of new woodland creation including the 'Nature for Climate Fund' Woodland Creation programme
• Monitor expenditure against the programme budget and provide regular updates
• Provide secretariat support to the Dales Woodland Forum in co-ordinating the Dales Woodland Strategy.
  
  We're looking for someone who has:
• 3 or more level 2 (GCSE level or equivalent) qualifications at 9 - 4 (A to C) including English and Maths
• Direct experience of dealing with local communities and the wider general public in a work environment
• General administrative skills including data collection, maintenance and management
• Proficient in the use of IT software packages such as MS365, Teams, Excel and Word
  
  We're the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, an organisation that protects, enhances and promotes the wildlife and character of the Yorkshire Dales.
  
  Salary: £25,989 to £28,598 per annum
• Generous leave: 26 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Flexible working: including flexi-time and blended working options