Parks Development Officer

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PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.

Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.

We are currently looking for the perfect candidate to join our service for a fixed 12-month period as a parks development officer. 

The role will coordinate and deliver sports, recreation and community events across the borough’s parks and greenspaces. Our ideal candidate will have a background in community or sports engagement and a passion for well managed parks and open spaces. 

You will be required to work some weekend and bank holidays, so flexibility is essential. You will need to be a proactive and positive person who can be helpful and friendly to our local community and who will contribute to the commercial activities we undertake. You will have a positive influence on the reputation of the service. 

The role will involve driving council vehicles so a full driving licence in essential. 

For further information on the post please contact Gary McCarthy, principal parks delivery officer, at gary.mccarthy@chesterfield.gov.uk or for further information on this post please view the job description and person specification attached.

How to apply

Interested candidates should initially apply with a CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role to HRJobs@chesterfield.gov.uk, no later than the closing date below.

You can use our template if you do not have your own CV, by downloading it here.

Closing date: 11 May 2025
Provisional interview date: 19 May 2025 

Direct link to website:  https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/jobs-training-skills-and-apprenticeships/looking-for-employment/jobs-at-chesterfield-borough-council/current-vacancies/job-vacancy-cbc25025-parks-development-officer/

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.