Ranger

We are looking for an experienced ranger to join our Eastern Area Team based in Stanmer Park,
which is responsible for implementing a wide range of countryside management activities.
Enthusiastic and self-motivated, you will work as part of a team to ensure the delivery of the
South Downs Partnership Management Plan and Corporate Plan. You will be involved in developing
projects around landscape, biodiversity, countryside recreation and community involvement.

With strong working knowledge of countryside management, you must be able to plan, organise and
deliver projects and activities that achieve multiple outcomes across nature recovery, access
for all and climate adaptation. A strong team working ethic and well-developed negotiating and
interpersonal skills are also essential to ensure you can work effectively with colleagues,
partners and local communities to deliver organisational outcomes.

You will need to have a degree or equivalent qualification in countryside or rural management
or relevant apprenticeship. Previous experience in this area of work is also required.

Does this sound like something that interests you? Think you can really add value to the role?
Meet the person specification? Then please apply!

To apply: Please apply via the button shown to upload your CV and complete our application
referring to the person specification.

SDNPA is an inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, faith and religion, disability and age.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants.

In all circumstances the SDNPA appoints on merit based on evidence the applicant supplies in
meeting the essential criteria for the post. Further information on our commitment to Equality,
Diversity and Inclusion can be found on our website.

SDNPA Enhanced Benefits

• Flexible working
• Local government pension scheme
• Healthcare – includes cash plan, counselling and wellbeing discounts
• Access to Health and Wellbeing portal and webinars
• 27 days’ annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus bank holidays
• Professional development support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car sharing
• Use of pool cars
• Regular staff events / activities, which support the SDNPA’s Purposes and Duty

Closing Date: 16 June 2024

Interview Date: 1 July 2024