Herts Legal Service - Hertfordshire County Council
Projects Officer - Communities
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Projects Officer - Communities
Projects Officer – Communities
Job Title: Projects Officer – Communities
Specification at a Glance
- Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
- Hours: 37
- Location: Stevenage – Hybrid
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Directorate: Growth & Environment
About the Team
Join our award-winning Communities Team and become part of something truly impactful. We collaborate with local residents across Hertfordshire to deliver projects that prioritise nature recovery and enhance access to natural spaces. From managing a diverse portfolio of greenspaces to strengthening rural environments, this role offers a unique opportunity to foster community-nature connections while creating lasting environmental impact.
About the Role
As a Projects Officer – Communities, you’ll play a central role in driving a county-wide programme of volunteer-led conservation projects focused on nature recovery and environmental access.
Your core responsibilities include:
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and mobilise a weekly, mobile conservation volunteer team across various sites.
- Coordinate and facilitate practical outdoor activities, ensuring effective delivery of conservation tasks.
- Support and develop existing Friends of Greenspaces groups in South West Hertfordshire, while identifying opportunities to establish new community-led initiatives.
- Plan and schedule work for the Rights of Way (RoW) practical task team, ensuring successful project execution.
- Engage stakeholders (e.g., landowners, user groups, and professional partners) through strong communication and leadership.
- Recruit, train, and motivate local community volunteers, with responsibility for safe, high-quality conservation work.
- Work in remote, often challenging locations—demanding proactive and adaptable problem-solving.
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Requirements
Essential
- Proven experience in countryside or greenspace management, demonstrating an understanding of diverse sites.
- Volunteer management experience, with excellent organisational and motivational skills.
- Strong time management abilities, including the ability to work independently.
- Outstanding communication (both written and oral) for varied audiences, from community groups to professionals.
- Fluency in IT, including Microsoft Office package competency.
- Driving ability (requirement for a DVLA check on appointment), utilising own or provided vehicles for site access.
Desirable (Where Applicable)
- Previous experience in countryside management, conservation volunteering, or similar roles.
- Familiarity with local government projects or partnership working with grassroots organisations.
Benefits
Our organisation values hard work and dedication. While detailed benefits are not listed here, we offer competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and the satisfaction of contributing to meaningful environmental change. For more impact, visit our profiles page at Technical Services ([Note: Please follow applicable internal links for full benefits information.]).
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How to Apply
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- Full employment history (including gaps and any training/qualifications).
- Specific examples of skills from the job profile that align with your experience.
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Additional Information
Reorganisation Update
Hertfordshire County Council is progressing Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). If employed by Hertfordshire County Council by 1 April 2028, roles will transfer per TUPE guidelines. Further details and impacts: Visit.
Disability Confident Commitment
We are a Disability Confident employer and promise interviews to applicants who disclose a disability and meet essential criteria.
Legal Requirements
English fluency is mandatory for all communication (adaptive/alternate support available with interpreters warranting fluency in English).
For inquiries regarding this position or the application process, contact: Heidi Hutton 01992 555149 Informal discussions welcome.
Note: Due to a scheduling conflict, interviews begin the week commencing 13 July 2026. Apply early to ensure consideration.
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