Cjs Weekly, 5 October 2009 Edition.

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REF 2861-DIRECT-2/11 JOB SENIOR ECOLOGIST BE4 30/10/09 LOC PRESTON, LANCASHIRE PAY YES FOR ERAP LTD DES Long established Ecological Consultancy working throughout the UK within the public & private sector. Join our existing team of skilled ecologist, starting asap. BUT Essential skills: writing high quality reports; undertaking & managing EcIAs for Env Statements; project managing jobs, sub-contractors & budgets; working closely with planners, landscape architects, developers, local planning authorities & other rel orgs; clear admin skills & ability to accurately tender for work; adeptness in conducting & evaluating detailed botanical & Protected Species surveys incl Phase 1 & NVC methodologies. Desirable: membership of IEEM; 3-5 years’ experience in ecological consultancy or similar; 1+ Protected Species licences; good general knowledge of ecological systems, habitat management techniques; sound working knowledge of wildlife & conservation legislation & its overall role in the planning system; communication skills; willingness to learn & develop your role within the company. ASK CV & letter to ERAP Ltd, 49a Manor Lane, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire PR1 0QA REF 2862-DAILY-12/10 JOB ECOLOGICAL ASSISTANT BE4 9/10/09 IV 14/10/09 LOC NORWICH PAY 15000 – 16500 pro rata FOR NORFOLK WILDLIFE SERVICES DES To 24/12/09. To work with our small team, Norfolk Wildlife Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norfolk Wildlife Trust undertaking environmental consultancy work with a county & regional focus. Work to include organising & giving admin support to consultancy projects, offering IT & GIS skills, & some flora & fauna surveys. BUT High levels of initiative, selfmotivation & accept working under tight deadlines. Knowledge in specialist areas, most importantly field skills with fauna & flora, an advantage, as is prior experience of nature conservation & / or commercial consultancy work. ASK www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk SAE (79p) to Jen Palmer at Norfolk Wildlife Services Ltd, Bewick House, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich NR1 1RY REF 2863-DAILY-19/10 JOB WOODLAND OFFICER BE4 19/10/09 LOC PERTH & ARGYLL CONSERVANCY, OBAN PAY 25788 FOR FORESTRY COMMISSION DES Advise local woodland owners & managers & promote forestry in Argyll & its islands, delivering the Scottish Forestry Strategy & Conservancy Business Plan. Grants & licences work will be key duties. BUT HND in forestry or a related subject, ideally with proven knowledge & experience of practical forest management. Pref experience of dealing with grants schemes, felling licences & the EIA regulations. IT skills ideally in MS Office & GIS. UK driving licence essential. ASK Ref: HR09/105/CJS. www.forestry.gov.uk Patrick Brown, HR Operations, 231 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh EH12 7AT [email protected] REF CJS reference no. (job number – source – delete date) JOB Title BE4 Application closing date IV = Interview date LOC Location PAY £ range - usually per annum (but check starting point) FOR Employer DES Description of Job BUT Person Spec / Requirements ASK More details from / How to apply CJS Suggestions: Please check the BUT section to ensure that you have all of the required qualifications / experience before you Key:

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REF 2864-DIRECT-19/10 JOB PARNWELL PRIDE PROJECT OFFICER BE4 16/10/09 (noon) IV 22/10/09* LOC PETERBOROUGH PAY 18968 FOR BTCV DES Initially 1 year. Inspire & support local residents to work together to make significant env improvements on shared space in this estate incl the enhancement of Parnwell Park. BUT Experience of living or working with disadvantaged or isolated communities, leading community groups & implementing practical projects. Good communication & time management skills, organised & understand the needs of local communities. CRB check. ASK Ref: PPPO. www.btcv.org BTCV, Sedum

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com House, Mallard Way, Potteric Carr, Doncaster DN4 8DB [email protected] 01302 388844. *If you do not hear by this date assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. REF 2865-DAILY-2/11 JOB DATA OFFICER BE4 2/11/09 IV 17/11/09 LOC TRURO PAY 18500 FOR CORNWALL WILDLIFE TRUST DES This post is within the Environmental Records Centre for Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly (ERCCIS) & will be responsible for the management & overview of all data management processes within ERCCIS & for developing new procedures for marine data management; manage the GIS datasets & layers held by ERCCIS; liaise with both the recording & data using communities to maintain best practice & uphold ERCCIS’ reputation. BUT Relevant degree & 1+ year’s relevant work experience; excellent knowledge of Data Management & GIS; enthusiastic & self-motivated; keen interest in biological recording. ASK Chat: Gary Lewis, 01872 273939 x 247 [email protected] www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk 01872 273939 x 278 REF 2866-DAILY-12/10 JOB CURATOR, NATURAL LIFE (BOTANY) BE4 14/10/09 LOC LEICESTERSHIRE PAY 25245 – 28353 FOR LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL DES / BUT We want an enthusiastic curator with proven collections management, access & outreach skills to join the Specialist Museums Collections Team. Experienced, with good understanding of systematic botany in order to manage our collections, make them accessible & contribute to the communication of natural history. ASK Ref: 327CS. www.leics.gov.uk/jobs or if unable to access the internet, 0116 305 8815. REF 2867-DAILY-26/10 JOB COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OFFICER BE4 22/10/09 IV 2/11/09 LOC STEVENAGE PAY 20198 – 22958 FOR STEVENAGE BOROUGH COUNCIL DES Temp for 5 years. Provide day to day management focus & presence in the Town Centre Gardens, including the development of a wider community interest, engagement & ownership of the Gardens, & ensuring high standards of horticultural maintenance at all times. Liaise with stakeholders to: support the delivery of a range of park activities to encourage greater & more diverse usage; co-ordinate & support local volunteering activities; organise & subsequently manage educational visits of schools & other interest groups. Help maintain a safe environment through the enforcement of local byelaws, & deter anti-social behaviour & vandalism. Open to job share. BUT National Diploma in Landscape & Recreation Management, or equiv; background in grounds maintenance operations & good horticultural practice. Able to work on own initiative & work outside normal office hrs including weekends essential. ASK Ref: ES58107. stevenage.gov.uk Human Resources, Stevenage Borough Council, Daneshill House, Danestrete, Stevenage SG1 1HN 01438 242079 (24 hrs) [email protected] REF 2868-DIRECT-26/10 JOB REGIONAL RESERVES MANAGER BE4 23/10/09 IV 9/11/09 LOC Yorkshire (Denby Dale) or Lancashire (Lancaster) or Newcastle Regional Offices PAY 37000 FOR RSPB DES An exciting & challenging leadership role to make a real difference for wildlife, people & ecosystems over a significant part of the United Kingdom’s land surface. Lead the team managing the network of RSPB reserves in Northern England in order to maximise their effectiveness in delivering our corporate objectives for birds, biodiversity, people & income generation. BUT Passionate about leading excellent teams, managing systems, risks & money, & building external partnerships as you are about delivering real results for wildlife on the ground. Fully understand the relationship between the RSPB’s customers, its business activities & the conservation work this supports & have considerable relevant experience. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE Frankie Daley, PA to Regional Director, RSPB, Westleigh Mews, Wakefiled Road, Denby Dale, Huddersfield HD8 8QD [email protected]   REF 2869-DIRECT-19/10 JOB MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OFFICER BE4 16/10/09 IV 26/10/09 LOC BEDFORDSHIRE PAY 15000 - 17000 FOR RSPB DES 1 year contract. Enthusiastic & experienced individual with excellent people & membership recruitment skills to join the RSPB’s Eastern England Community Fundraising Team. Recruit new members to the RSPB throughout the Eastern England region by maintaining an effective presence at suitable events & venues. Role incl talking to a wide range of people & undertaking face-to-face recruitment & developing the people engagement work that the team undertakes, particularly with regards to the use of new venues & campaigns that increase support amongst new audiences. BUT Target-driven, persuasive communicator with experience of sales & of working in a people-facing environment, be computerate, team player, & able to travel throughout the region, working unsociable hours when required. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies REF 2870-DIRECT-26/10 JOB CHARITY DIRECTOR BE4 23/10/09 IV 11/11/09 LOC SOUTH BRENT & PRINCETOWN (DEVON) PAY 26000 – 30000 pro rata FOR MOOR TREES DES / BUT Educated to degree level or equiv, the successful candidate will have experience in UK-based native woodland creation & management, a track record of producing successful funding bids, & an understanding of env education & community involvement. ASK www.moortrees.org for job desc & person specification. Further info & / or to arrange an informal telephone discussion, [email protected] REF 2871/2-DIRECT-2/11 JOB WARDEN (2 Posts) BE4 30/10/09 IV w/c 16/11/09 LOC DOVESTONES RESERVOIR, WESTERN PEAK DISTRICT PAY circa 17000 FOR RSPB DES Key role in the practical delivery of landscape–scale conservation management on this 4,000 ha RSPB & United Utilities partnership site, developing & supporting a high quality visitor experience that enhances their understanding &

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com appreciation of upland eco-systems & their wildlife, working closely with United Utilities staff & partners. BUT 2+ years experience in conservation management & aptitude for involving & enthusing a range of people, incl vols, visitors & partners. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE Lisa Crossland, Office Administrator, RSPB Northern England, Westleigh Mews, Wakefield Rd, Denby Dale, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 8QD 01484 861148 [email protected]

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com REF 2873-MONTHLY-26/10 JOB HEAD PARK RANGER BE4 26/10/09 LOC PETERBOROUGH PAY c 27000 – 30000 + relocation FOR NENE PARK RANGER DES To lead, inspire & develop our Ranger team in conjunction with a recent internally appointed Head Ranger with shared responsibility for overall team management & work programming, but leading on individually assigned responsibilities & a designated line management & development role for half of the Ranger team. Ensure our team of experienced Rangers are able to continually update & develop their skills in habitat management, estate maintenance & visitor services based on best practice. Lead on production & delivery of new landscape & habitat management plans. Seasonal rota includes some weekend & evening work. BUT Experience of managing staff in a landscape environment, educated to degree level or equivalent; good technical knowledge of countryside management & a passion for providing high standards of public service. ASK Chat: James McCulloch, Chief Executive, 01733 367574. Apply: www.neneparktrust.org.uk Glynis Titman, 01733 367571 [email protected] Previous applicants need not reapply. REF 2874-DIRECT-19/10 JOB VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT OFFICER BE4 16/10/09 IV 23/10/09 LOC EDINBURGH PAY 19000 - 21000 FOR RSPB DES 17 month contract. Excellent communication skills & the ability to develop relationships at all levels, to take volunteering with the RSPB to new levels. Lead on providing advice & support to regional staff on all aspects of volunteering, as well as supporting our network of Local Groups. BUT A skilful influencer, coach & mentor, a confident team player with a flexible & personable approach. Some understanding of conservation & natural heritage required. ASK Ref: 1591009 www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE Tamara Lawrence, RSPB, Dunedin House, 25 Ravelston Terrace, Edinburgh, EH4 3TP REF 2875-DIRECT-26/10 JOB LAND USE POLICY OFFICER – CLIMATE BE4 23/10/09 IV 13/11/09 LOC EDINBURGH PAY 20000 - 24000 FOR RSPB DES 3 yr contract to cover secondment. Promote conservation policy to Scottish institutions & elected representatives in furtherance of RSPB’s policy objectives. Work on the land use implications of climate change – both mitigation & adaptation. Liaison with Scottish Government, SEPA & SNH over their plans & policies. Lead role in the RSPB’s input to the Scottish Government’s Land Use Strategy, & provide support to the Head of Land Use Policy & others over advocacy on wider land use issues. BUT Graduate in rel env discipline & experience of policy analysis & advocacy, good understanding of the Scottish political & policy community. ASK Ref: 1551009 www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE Helen O’Reilly, Conservation Policy Department, RSPB Scotland Headquarters, Dunedin House, 25 Ravelston Terrace, Edinburgh, EH4 3TP. REF 2876-DAILY-19/10 JOB CAMPSITE SUPERVISOR BE4 18/10/09 LOC GREAT LANGDALE & LOW WRAY CAMPSITES, AMBLESIDE PAY 17054 FOR THE NATIONAL TRUST DES Working closely with the Campsite Manager, make sure we continue to provide customers with an enjoyable camping experience. As well as delivering fantastic customer care & making sure we keep both sites & all facilities clean & tidy at all times, you’ll inspire everyone to look after the natural environment surrounding the sites. Also take responsibility for day to day operation of the shop & reception area. 5 days, including at least 1 weekend day & bank & school holidays. BUT Some similar tourism / leisure experience; good working knowledge of H&S, environmental & other compliance. Experience of countryside or estate management useful. Customer care champion, real people person, enjoy working as part of a lively team. Practical & happy carrying out minor repairs. Valid, current driving licence. ASK www.nationaltrustjobs.org.uk & enter quick search Ref: NT09/04132 or call Emma Howard, 01793 817877. REF 2877-DIRECT-12/10 JOB HEAD OF CENTRE BE4 14/10/09 (noon) IV 28 & 29/10/09 LOC JUNIPER HALL FIELD CENTRE, SURREY PAY 36320 – 43312 FOR FIELD STUDIES COUNCIL DES Build on the Centre’s excellent reputation as a lead provider of fieldwork & support & develop its ‘Eco-adventures’ programme. BUT Ability to motivate others, enthusiastically promote the Centre & its courses; skilled in the management of people & resources. Experience of the development & delivery of teaching programmes & a keen interest in the management of buildings & land. Experience of working in a residential centre an advantage. CRB check. ASK www.field-studiescouncil.org/appointments [email protected] 01743 852117. REF 2878-DIRECT-2/11 JOB REEDBED SURVEY ASSISTANT BE4 30/10/09 IV 18/11/09 LOC RSPB UK HEADQUARTERS, SANDY, BEDFORDSHIRE PAY 15000 - 17000 FOR RSPB DES 9 month contract. Assist the Reedbed Project Officer in delivering wildlife (amphibians & moths primarily), habitat, & topographic surveys, at key reedbed sites. Role will incl data input & volunteer management. Your findings will directly contribute to the development of new management advice, aiming to maximise the total biodiversity value of reedbeds, disseminated through a national programme of publications, events & management advice. BUT BSc or equiv in rel subject, field experience of ecological survey techniques & computerate (incl database & mapping programmes). A driving license is required due to the remote nature of some sites. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE Sue Lawson, Advisory Coordinator, The Lodge, Sandy, Beds, SG19 2DL 01767 693308 [email protected] REF 2879-DAILY-19/10 JOB LAND MANAGEMENT EXTENSION ADVISER BE4 20/10/09 IV 1st week of Nov LOC TAUNTON PAY 23300 – 29536 FOR NATURAL ENGLAND DES Organise advisory events, delivering advice at events & at farm level, according to the regional plan. Work to integrate advice into local team activities, through identifying opportunities to work with colleges & proactively engage with them. Advising land owners on Env Stewardship & working to deliver agreements. BUT Confident env advocate, able to

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com draw on knowledge of best env management practice & agri-env schemes. Up-to-date with agri & rural economy issues, experience of land management advisory work. Natural team worker who can support & influence others, plans ahead & maintains the highest standards. ASK Ref: IRC 40979 Email pref. [email protected]. Natural England Recruitment, Shared Services Directorate, Room 212, 2nd Floor, Foss House, Kings Pool, 1-2 Peasholme Green York YO1 7PX 0845 6037262 REF 2880-DAILY-2/11 JOB RESERVE MANAGER BE4 30/10/09 IV 12/11/09 LOC YORK PAY 19200 – 25020 to 26360 FOR NATURAL ENGLAND DES Lower Derwent Valley NNR (Yorkshire & Humber Region). At over 466 ha, the Lower Derwent Valley reserve is a series of flood meadows, pastures & woodlands. Assist our Senior Reserve Manager in caring for this reserve – plus nearby Duncombe park & Forge Valley reserves. Perform a range of duties from practical grassland, woodland & parkland management to monitoring wildlife. Build strong relationships with volunteers, partners, stakeholders & neighbours, & deputise for the Senior Reserve Manager. BUT Broad knowledge of the habitat management, ecology & wildlife of this kind of reserve. Ability to drive a Land Rover & ATVs, including the use of trailers. Certified ability to use chainsaws, brushcutter, tractor, knapsack sprayer & other pesticide applicators. Understanding of key wildlife, countryside & safety legislation. ASK Ref: IRC 41747. [email protected] Natural England Recruitment, Shared Services Directorate, Room 212, nd 2 Floor, Foss House, Kings Pool, 1-2 Peasholme Green, York YO1 7PX 0845 603 7262. (email pref). www.naturalengland.org REF 2881-DIRECT-2/11 JOB LAND USE POLICY OFFICER – WATER BE4 30/10/09 IV 23/11/09 LOC EDINBURGH PAY 20000 - 24000 FOR RSPB DES Work on the implementation, in Scotland, legislation relating to water resources, such as the EU Water Framework Directive & the Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009. Involving, in particular, liaison with the Scottish Government, SEPA & SNH over secondary legislation, plans & policies. Provide support to the Head of Land Use Policy & others over advocacy on wider land use issues, especially the Scottish Government’s Land Use Strategy. BUT A graduate in rel env discipline with experience of policy analysis & advocacy, & good understanding of the Scottish political & policy community. ASK Ref: 1561009 www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE Helen O’Reilly, Conservation Policy Department, RSPB Scotland Headquarters, Dunedin House, 25 Ravelston Terrace, Edinburgh, EH4 3TP Hilary Benn announces review of England's wildlife and ecological network Environment Secretary Hilary Benn today announced a review of England’s wildlife and ecological network, including its links with our National Parks and its ability to adapt to climate change and other pressures. To report by June 2010, the review will explore if our collection of sites represents a coherent and robust ecological network for England, capable of responding to the challenges of climate change and other pressures. Announcing the review, Hilary Benn said: “It’s 60 years since the National Park and Access to the Countryside Act committed us to creating and protecting key areas of special importance, and we now have 15 National Parks. With the effects of climate change and other pressures on our land, now is the time to see how we can enhance ecological England further. Re-wilding, and linking together areas to make ecological corridors and a connected network, could have real benefits in allowing nature to thrive.” The review team – to be announced shortly – will also look to see what benefits could be gained by connecting sites within designated areas and outside them through re-wilding initiatives. The team will be asked to take account of ecological, economic and social costs and benefits of such a programme and make costed and prioritised recommendations. This work will complement the National Ecosystem Assessment which is currently being prepared. It will take account of the continuing importance for ecosystems of the wider countryside and urban areas and will draw on the results of the Foresight project on Land Use which is due to report in January 2010. Across England large areas of land are protected under environmental designations. Both within these designations and outside them the Government and others will continue to invest in protecting, enhancing and restoring important wildlife habitats. Defra 28/9/09 REF 2882-DAILY-26/10 JOB SENIOR FUNDRAISING OFFICER BE4 23/10/09 IV 3/11/09 (East Lulworth) LOC FLEXIBLE PAY 24249 – 30753 pro rata + pension contr. FOR BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION DES Unique opportunity to make a big difference to a dynamic & growing conservation charity. Working within our Fundraising Team, help raise income for specific conservation projects to help save threatened butterflies & moths. Hours & location flexible. BUT Successful track record in major fundraising essential. ASK www.butterfly-conservation.org 01929 400 209 [email protected] REF 2883-DAILY-19/10 JOB HUMBER MANAGEMENT SCHEME PROJECT MANAGER BE4 21/10/09 LOC BARTON UPON HUMBER PAY up to 25000 pro rata FOR HUMBER INCA DES Full or part time, initially 12 month contract, possible further extensions. To drive forward the sustainable management of one of the most important estuaries for wildlife in Europe. The post includes: co-ordination of the implementation & reporting on the progress of the Management Scheme for the Humber European Marine Site; support the work & meetings of the Humber Estuary Relevant Authorities Group; delivery & review of current business plan including contract design & management; identification & management of projects to further the Management Scheme; development of networks, information & events to engage the community including businesses. BUT Good knowledge & understanding of environmental management & legislation; appropriate experience of project management & liaison. Effective administrator with good verbal & written communication & IT skills, confident in working with people from a wide range of organisations & disciplines. ASK Chat: David Patrick, 07885 890222 or Chris Manning, 07764 268236. Apply: www.humberems.co.uk or www.humberinca.co.uk/publications.php

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com REF 2884-DAILY-19/10 JOB Wildlife Projects Officer (Programme Project Co-ordinator) BE4 16/10/09 IV 4/11/09 LOC DORCHESTER PAY 25472 – 29236 (pro rata) FOR DORSET COUNTY COUNCIL DES 14.8 to 22.2 hrs / wk, (2 to 3 days), fixed term to 31/3/11. Based with Dorset AONB, be part of an exciting project to restore & enhance some of Dorset’s most valuable wildlife areas. Co-ordinate work with partners & manage a capital works budget to aid restoration & to record, collate & present data for reporting on progress. You’ll be instrumental in delivering an exciting project to secure improved management of SNCIs. BUT Dynamic person with a relevant degree or equivalent & significant appropriate work experience, with an understanding of conservation management & the ability to advise landowners. Proven record of project delivery & the ability to ‘sell’ the project to a variety of stakeholders. ASK Tom Munro, 01305 228237 [email protected] www.dorsetforyou.com/jobs REF 2885-MONTHLY26/10 JOB COUNTRYSIDE ASSISTANT BE4 26/10/09 LOC EPPING FOREST PAY 16440 – 17802 to 18453 + 798 IFA FOR EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL DES You will be an important member of a well-motivated team working to enhance the natural beauty, wildlife interest, accessibility & understanding of the District’s countryside. Under the general direction of the 2 Assistant Countryside Managers, assist in all aspects of the highly regarded Countryside Management Service’s work. BUT 6+ months’ practical countryside management experience; ability to work with volunteers of all ages & abilities; sound understanding of nature conservation issues; good communication skills; full driving licence; qualification in Countryside Management. ASK Ref: PCC04. Further details: www.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/countrycare Apply: Online preferred. www.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/jobs Human Resources Unit, 01992 564433 (24 hrs) [email protected] REF 2886-MONTHLY-2/11 JOB AREA RANGER BE4 29/10/09 noon LOC PARSLEY HAY, BUXTON PAY 21519 – 23708* FOR PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK DES *inconvenience allowance & vehicle provided. Responsible for the management & co-ordination of all ranger activities in your area working with the Area Team Manager, Rangers, other staff & partner orgs. Deliver the Authority's policies & actions in the field. BUT Must be able to demonstrate 2 yrs min experience of working in the cside management sector & a sound knowledge of National Park issues. Degree in cside / env field. Post grad or diploma in cside management desirable. Practical cside skills & 4x4 driving experience required. Our removal scheme is available as location of residence conditions apply. Regular weekend, bank holiday & overtime working required. CRB Check. ASK www.peakdistrict.gov.uk [email protected] 01629 816361

Voluntary Opportunities, all current volunteer adverts are available online: REF VOL-DIRECT-26/10 JOB VOLUNTEERING FOR THE RSPB BE4 N/A LOC SOUTH EAST ESSEX MARSHES PAY Training FOR RSPB DES Chat with our vols, visit a reserve with our wardens & discover how giving just a day each month is a huge benefit to our work. Drop into our visitor centre to find out more. BUT A variety of roles at Wat Tyler that we have something for everyone from conservation, education, shop work, walkers, meters etc. ASK 01268 498610 REF VOL-DIRECT19/10 LOC TORQUAY, DEVON BE4 TBC FOR LIVING COASTS JOB DES / BUT Meet & Greet Volunteer Meet & greeting visitors, handing out leaflets, promoting the site & conservation projects it supports. Opportunity to meet new people & gain knowledge in marine wildlife. Communication skills, enthusiastic & fit. Telephone Volunteer Helping potential visitors with enquiries & to promote the functions & events available. Confident, good telephone skills & must be enthusiastic. Gardening/Handy Person Weeding & general tidying. Gain plant knowledge, work as part of a team & learn new skills. Must be fit, keen to communicate with visitors & interested in gardening. Volunteer Fundraiser Responsible for promoting animal adoptions & membership. Help an ed, scientific & conservation charity raise funds for global wildlife projects. Interested in wildlife conservation & willingness to promote the site Schools Volunteer Support the ed team in delivering talks to children on surrounding coast & wildlife. A wide range of duties. Good with children & willingness to help them with activities. Events Volunteer Help educate visitors of all ages. Setting up craft activities helping the visitors & keeping supplies stocked up. Enthusiastic, interested in arts & crafts, CRB check. Walking Information Responsible for answering visitor enquires, providing them with the information needed to make their visit interesting & enjoyable. Good communication skills & a willingness to help people. Marketing/Admin Volunteer Interesting & varied role, data entry, evaluating surveys, & telephone communication all play a vital part with this position. An ideal insight into marketing an education, scientific & conservation charity. This would suit someone with a marketing qual or interest. Must have good IT & communication skills. Keeper Volunteer General Food prep tasks, cleaning, disinfecting of equipment & washing down acrylic windows. Suit someone with a marine or conservation background. Gain a great deal of knowledge on the species we keep. Must be reliable & dedicated as there is a fair amount of training involved. ALL PAY Training provided ASK [email protected] REF VOL-DIRECT-26/10 JOB VOLUNTEER WARDEN BE4 26/10/09 LOC RUNNYMEDE, SURREY / BERKSHIRE BORDER PAY Travel expenses, training & NT discount card FOR THE NATIONAL TRUST DES To join the dedicated NT team at Runnymede, Ankerwycke & Finchampstead Ridges properties. 3 days a week, initial 3 month placement, starting November. Working in woodlands, wetlands, meadows, parkland, wood pasture &

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com heathland, this is an excellent opportunity to develop a range of practical experience in cside conservation. BUT Essential: driving licence, practical cside management experience, initiative, ability to work alone & as part of a team, good communication skills. Desirable: rel qual in cside management, quals in chainsaw, brushcutter, tractor & related power tools. ASK / Chat: Nigel Boden, 01784 432891 [email protected] REF VOL-DIRECT-2/11 JOB ASSISTANT FORST SCHOOLS LEADER BE4 31/10/09 LOC SCOTTISH BORDERS / NORTH NORTHUMBERLAND PAY Training & expenses FOR BORDERS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION SERVICES (B.E.E.S) DES To help deliver a wide range of env education experienced to 8 – 13 yr olds, whilst engaged in Forest School, Saturday & after schools clubs. BUT Only qual that matters is a) how you get on / interact with children, & b) working with other adults in a team. Need to live in Scottish Borders or North Northumberland area. Min age 19 yrs max age 65. We are Millennium Volunteer registered. ASK Volunteer Induction Programme booklet, Pete Carthy, [email protected] REF VOL-DIRECT-12/10 JOB TWO TRAINEE WARDENS BE4 14/10/09 IV 22/10/09 LOC EAST KENT PAY 0 training budget* & travel expenses FOR KENT WILDLIFE TRUST DES Assist the reserves management team in maintaining, enhancing, monitoring & protecting our nature reserves in East Kent. One post is based at Sandwich & Pegwell Bay NNR & Ham Fen, & the other at the East Kent Downlands Reserve in the Dover area. The role comes with an extensive £2500 training package & represents an ideal apprenticeship for those seeking a career in nature conservation. BUT Aptitude & enthusiasm for wildlife conservation work & a rel env qual desirable but not essential. CRB check. ASK Chat: Wendy Saunders, 07889 274535 (East Kent Downlands), Tony Swandale 07889 822412 (Sandwich Reserves) or John McAllister 01622 662012 (both posts). Apply: Dot Hughes, 01622 662012 [email protected] REF VOL-DIRECT-12/10 JOB FULL TIME VOLUNTEER PLACEMENTS BE4 9/10/09 LOC VARIOUS YORKSHIRE PAY 0 benefits* FOR YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST DES / BUT vinvolved project for 16 -25s over 22 weeks. Short-term, flexible opportunities also available. Available placements: Running Wild – Run educational conservation activities in the outdoors with children & young people (York based). Reserves – Work with conservation staff & learn to maintain & improve habitats for flora & fauna (York based). West Yorkshire Rivers – Conserve river & wetland areas & species in West Yorkshire (Huddersfield based). Potteric Carr – work on YWT’s flagship wetland reserve near Doncaster & gain all round conservation & visitor skills. Tarmac Education – run activities with local schools to promote access to quarries reclaimed for wildlife & recreation (Based in Swinden, North Yorkshire & York). Benefits incl: choice of free accredited training; food & travel expenses paid; protective equipment provided; work alongside experts; job references & portfolio development. ASK Jo Meays at Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, 01904 659 570 [email protected] REF VOL-DIRECT-12/10 JOB TWO VOLUNTEER TRAINEESHIPS BE4 14/10/09 IV wb19/10/09 LOC POTTERIC CARR NATURE RESERVE PAY Help towards expenses & travel FOR YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST DES / BUT Full time for 1 year. Exciting training posts based at our flagship Nature Reserve, enabling trainees to obtain invaluable practical experience of env conservation. The programme is composed primarily of work based training across a wide range of conservation disciplines: work experience in practical conservation management, env education & in rangering & wildlife monitoring; varied training sessions; First Aid at Work & brushcutter training; completion of individual learning plans; references & support for job applications at end of the course; flexible programme. ASK A4 SAE (41p) to: Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, 1 St George’s Place, York YO24 1GN 01904 659570 [email protected] www.ywt.org.uk

CJS Jobs Digest, (a review of adverts from other sources, published during the past week): REF 2887-WFC-19/10 JOB CAPITAL APPEAL MANAGER BE4 15/10/09 LOC WESTONBIRT ARBORETUM, TETBURY PAY 35062 – 41760 FOR FORESTRY COMMISSION DES 3 years, extension or permanency possible. Over the next 5 years Westonbirt is delivering a £10m project to enhance public awareness of the major role trees play in our env, provide educational opportunities & wide access. Drive the appeal to fundraise for an iconic treetop walkway, an eco-visitor centre, the restoration of historic landscape structures & conserving & replanting the tree collection. BUT experience of achieving £M targets, developing capital appeal strategies & securing significant funding from major donors. ASK Ref: HR09/80. www.forestry.gov.uk Donna MacPherson, HR Operations, 231 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh EH12 7AT REF 2888/9-WENVA-12/10 LOC PETERBOROUGH / FLEXIBLE BE4 9/10/09 FOR ENVIRONMENT AGENCY JOB (REF) PAY DES Policy Advisor 2 Water Resources (14334/HDO) 30723 Opportunity to influence delivery of our Restoring Sustainable Abstraction programme to ensure we maximise the enormous potential of this high profile env improvement programme. BUT Proactive individual able to quickly build working relationships with Regions, Areas & other Head Office teams to successfully influence future policy & processes. Proven track record of delivery. Organisational & political awareness & experience of working with internal & external groups. Ability to develop new approaches & awareness of Agency approach to policy development & implementation. Sound knowledge of water resources management. Excellent verbal & written communication skills & comfortable working in a dispersed team env. Water Resources Planning Officer (IRC43151/ANG) 24287 11 month assignment to assist in developing & progressing programmes, plans & strategies to ensure future management of water resources is robust & sustainable. Opportunity to develop technical expertise in water resources management, influencing skills & experience in financial &

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com project management. BUT Likely to be a graduate in a rel discipline with technical competence & experience in a range of water resources subjects. Proficiency in MS Office essential, GIS an advantage. Strong team player with good influencing, analytical, communication & organisational skills. ASK http://powered.jobsgopublic.com/environment -agency/jobs 0845 601 2233 www.environment-agency.gov.uk/jobs Environment Agency, Recruitment Admin Team, HR Service Centre, 4th Floor, Stockdale House, Headingley Business Park, 8 Victoria Road, Leeds LS6 1PF REF 2890-WNTS-12/10 JOB ESTATE WORKER BE4 12/10/09 LOC MAR LODGE ESTATE, CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK PAY 12280 accom may be available FOR NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND DES The Estate is an area of env significance with some of the most ecologically significant wildlife communities within the National Park. Ensure Mar Lodge, its ancillary buildings & parkland are presented to visitors in a tidy, safe & fully functional state. BUT Qual at HNC level or equiv practical experience in a subject relating to gardening, forestry, plumbing, carpentry, cside management or agriculture & sound experience across a wide range of estate duties with appropriate certification to use machinery / tools (e.g. digger, tractor, ATV, forestry vehicles, chainsaw & brushcutter). H&S conscious & compliant, able to work in demanding outdoor & upland conditions. Team player with can-do attitude, valid driving licence pref with trailer towing category B+E. ASK www.nts.org.uk/ REF 2891-WGNWK-12/10 JOB ASSISTANT DIRECTOR BE4 12/10/09 IV 26/10/09 LOC LEICESTERSHIRE PAY 32000 – 35000 FOR GROUNDWORK LEICESTER & LEICESTERSHIRE DES We are established as a successful env charity across Leicestershire & now seek an Asst Director to help lead in the next stage of development. BUT Successful track record in leading & managing; experience of developing & implementing organisational strategy; & a knowledge & understanding of working in partnership with the statutory, vol & private sectors. Effective communication skills & ability to conceptualise ideas, to innovate & think laterally. ASK 0116 222 0 222 [email protected] www.gwll.org.uk REF 2892-WGNWK-19/10 JOB TEAM SUPERVISOR BE4 ? LOC SOUTHAMPTON PAY 21500 – 23000 FOR GROUNDWORK SOLENT DES 9 month contract with good potential for extension to 18 months. Supervise a team of trainees delivering env improvements on housing estates, improving local play facilities, managing woodland & other habitats & revitalising neighbourhood parks; motivating & inspiring young people to help them in their career. BUT Good knowledge of practical skills gained in hort, conservation or landscaping & a driving licence D1. CRB check. ASK www.groundwork.org.uk 023 92617020 [email protected] REF 2893-WTELEGRAPH-19/10 JOB ASSISTANT TREE PRESERVATION OFFICER BE4 16/10/09 LOC LONDON PAY 27945 – 33306 FOR ISLINGTON COUNCIL DES To be trained in planning legislation related to trees. As part of the Conservation & Design team, you will have a hands-on role in protecting the trees withi the Borough. BUT Hold, or working towards, a qual in arb or related discipline beneficial, possibly with some proven experience in the field. ASK www.islington.gov.uk REF 2894/5WNATENG-26/10 LOC AINSDALE & RIBBLE NNRs BE4 28/10/09 FOR NATURAL ENGLAND JOB (REF) PAY DES / BUT Senior Reserve Manager, Delivery (IRC41145CJS) 23000 – 29100 to 32100 To manage the 3 reserves, providing functional day to day management for the reserve manager, reserve warden & seasonal stockman. Reserve Manager (IRC41144CJS) 19000 – 24650 to 26100 Accountable for 3 NNRs. Both: The 3 reserves are: Ribble Estuary NNR – England’s largest NNR comprising mainly salt-marsh & mud / sand flats & part of an internally important site for wintering waterfowl. The site is seasonally grazed & supported by a seasonal stockman, with areas also leased to wildfowling clubs; Ainsdale sand Dunes NNR – an internationally important sand dunes habitat with important populations of natterjack toads, sand lizards & many dune plants; Cabin Hill NNR – (soon to be incorporated into Ainsdale NNR), a small but important sand dune reserve with significant populations of intertidal roosting sites for over wintering waders. ASK www.naturalengland.org.uk REF 2896/901-WFC-19/10 LOC VARIOUS SCOTLAND BE4 16/10/09 FOR FORESTRY COMMISSION JOB PAY DES Forest Researchers 17121 – 19196 6 months temp. Several posts based Ae (near Dumfries) & Roslin, Midlothian. Undertake a wide range of field experiment & survey tasks, travelling throughout Southern Scotland. BUT Experience of outdoor working & a working knowledge of using computers. NPTC chemical certs & knowledge of woodland ground vegetation types desirable. ASK Dave Watterson, 01387 860348 [email protected] Forest Surveyors 19825 – 23311 51 week temp. Several posts based Aviemore, Braemar, South East Borders. Undertake an inventory of native woods in Scotland, recording vegetation class, habitat type, & other forest attributes. BUT Experience of working in a forest env, recognising tree species & general forest conditions. Experience of ground vegetation ID within woodlands, pref with NVC survey experience. Ability to map read & navigate within a forest essential. Experience in undetaking new mapping & using basic surveyor tools to check maps. Familiarity with interpreting aerial photos & experience of ArcGIS & / or GPS systems useful. ASK Alistair MacLeod, 01343 543165 [email protected] Both: UK driving licence required. Flexible & willing to stay away from home. 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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com PAY £280 daily FOR SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE DES Contribute to the strategic direction of SNH. BUT Excellent communication skills. Substantial experience / expert understanding of any of the following: Renewable energy development, wildlife management, sustainable management the marine env, env ed & interpretation. 30 days min pa, normally 2.5days per month. ASK www.appointed-for-scotland.org the Scottish Government, Human Resources Shared Service Centre (Public Appointments) Saughton House (S1 Spur) Broomhouse Drive, Edinburgh EH11 3XD 0800 015 8449 fax 0131 244 6531 REF 2906-COURIER-12/10 JOB COUPLE REQUIRED BE4 ? LOC BLAIRGOWRIE, PERTHSHIRE PAY YES & House FOR MIXED ESTATE DES / BUT One partner (full time) to assist the estate team with garden, policies, forestry, maintenance duties & farm duties incl tractor driving. Driving licence required. Other partner (part time) to assist the housekeeper & provide holiday relief. ASK In writing, stating experience, quals & references: Colin Stewart, Hayes Macfarlane, Market Square, Alyth PH11 8AA [email protected] REF VOL-PRESS&JOURNAL-12/10 JOB 4 FORESTRY FORUM MEMBERS BE4 9/10/09 LOC HIGHLAND & ISLANDS PAY Applicable expenses FOR HIGHLAND & ISLANDS FORESTRY FORUM DES Working with the Forestry Commission Scotland help steer the future development of forestry across the Highlands & Islands & also across Scotland as a whole. BUT the foum will meet about 4 times a year & may set up smaller working groups to take forward specific issues. ASK [email protected] Dinah Beattie Highland & Islands Conservancy, Woodlands Fodderty Way, Dingwall IV15 9XB REF 2907-COURIER-12/10 JOB GARDEN VOLUNTEER CO-ORDINATOR BE4 14/10/09 LOC SCOTLAND PAY 20000 pro rata FOR EXPLORERS: THE SCOTTISH PLANT HUNTERS GARDEN DES Manage & co-ordinate the extensive vol programme. Recruit & train new vols & provide admin support. BUT 24hrs per week, flexitime. 18 month contract. ASK 01796 484600 [email protected] www.explorersgarden.com REF 2908-HORTWEEK-12/10 JOB LANDSCAPE & CONSTRUCTION TUTOR BE4 9/10/09 LOC BROMLEY PAY 23733 – 25203 pro rata FOR BROMLEY FIELD STUDIES CENTRE DES 1 day per week. Term time only, fixed term post to 30/6/10. Identify & address participants training requirements & deliver the NPTC landscape/ conservation & construction Entry Level 3 course. Prepare, deliver & review comprehensive training plans. BUT Rel experience in subject area & ed certificate. Knowledge & experience of env / con &/or hort, H&S & risk assessments rel to env, conservation & hort advantageous. Empathy with young people who may have behavioural problems &/ or special need requirements important. ASK Ref: R&R11971-CJS www.bromley.gov.uk/jobsandcareers [email protected] 020 8313 4449 (24hrs) London Borough of Bromley Customer Service Centre, Stockwell Close, Bromley BR1 3UH 020 84617500 REF 2909-HORTWEEK-19/10 JOB GREEN SPACE TEAM LEADER BE4 16/10/09 noon IV 5/11/09 LOC ST. HELENS PAY 22001 – 23473 FOR HELENA PARTNERSHIPS DES Experienced & enthusiastic with a passion for green space. BUT A range of landscape skills & a particular interest, experience & quals in either arb, hort, conservation & env management or hard landscaping. Excellent team player & communicator. Supervising vulnerable people & children in community activities. CRB check. ASK 01744 675758 www.helenapartnerships.co.uk [email protected] REF 2910-NEWSCIENTIST-19/10 JOB RESEARCH TECHNICIAN BE4 19/10/09 LOC FARNHAM, SURREY PAY 19825 – 23311 FOR FOREST RESEARCH DES 3yr fixed term. Support & lead field & lab work on impacts of, and adaptation to, climate change for the functioning of trees, woods & forests. Assist in setting up & monitoring field experiments, installing & checking env monitoring instruments & recording & analysis of data. BUT Experience in both field & lab work with demonstrable knowledge & interst in plants, trees & the env. A level in 2 of the following: biology, env science, physics, chemistry, maths or geography. Computerate (Microsoft) UK Driving Licence. ASK Ref: HR09/98-CJS Stephen Stafford, HR Operation, 231 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh EH12 7AT www.forestry.gov.uk/vacancies No agencies. REF 2911-WNATPARKS-2/11 JOB AREA RANGER BE4 29/10/09 LOC PARSLEY HAY, SOUTH OF BUXTON PAY 21519 – 23708 FOR PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY DES Responsible for the management & co-ordination of all Ranger activities in your area, working with the Area Team Manager, Field Rangers, other staff & partner orgs. Vehicle provided. Regular weekend, bank holiday & overtime working. BUT 2+ year’s experience of working in the cside management sector & sound knowledge of National Park issues; degree in the cside / env field. Post grad Cert or Diploma in Cside Management desirable. Practical cside skills & 4x4 driving experience. CRB check. ASK Ref: PDC/09/3903/CJS. www.nationalparks.gov.uk [email protected] (with postal address) 01629 816361. REF BE4 PAY

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Countryside Jobs Service Weekly – www.countryside-jobs.com DES From 1/1/10 BUT CRB Check. ASK www.exmouthcollege.devon.sch.uk (vacancies link) John O'Neill 01395 255666 This Edition: 9 sides, 54 new paid jobs, (28 Direct). Opportunities are advertised in CJS Weekly for one week only. Details appear in CJS Weekly: Existing Opportunities in subsequent weeks. Online subscribers have access to several months of back issues. CJS is printed in-house using 100% recycled paper & organic inks. Details believed correct but given without prejudice. Ends.

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