Transport Development Officer

Job Introduction

About Us

Are you passionate about sustainable development and looking to make a positive impact in Oxfordshire? We are seeking a dedicated Transport Development Manager Officer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide specialist transport advice to support the Council's objectives of delivering sustainable development, much-needed housing, and economic growth within the County. You will represent the Highway Authority in assessing the transport impacts of major developments and support the development of transport strategies and schemes to benefit the residents of Oxfordshire.

About the Role

You will advise on the transport implications and highways impacts of pre-application development proposals. You will assess planning applications and make recommendations based on transport implications, considering local and national policies. You will negotiate financial contributions towards transport services and infrastructure arising from planning applications. You will prepare evidence for Written Representation Statements and assist in Public Inquiries and Hearings. You will provide input into strategic plans and Local Development Frameworks. You will represent the Highway Authority at meetings with developers, agents, councillors, and other stakeholders. You will assist in the preparation of reports and attend planning committees.
 

About You

You should be educated to A level standard or equivalent and have previous experience within Transport Planning and Planning. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people are essential. You should be able to write clearly and succinctly for various formats and audiences, handle potentially confrontational situations, and be proficient in reading and interpreting maps, plans, drawings, and schedules. An understanding of planning legislation and legal documents, as well as experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet, and Outlook, is required. A degree level qualification in a related subject or equivalent experience is desirable, as is previous experience within Local Government and knowledge of Planning and Highway legislation related legal agreements.

Rewards & Benefits

• Culture of flexible working  
• Technology to support agile working where role permits 
• Up to 33 day’s holiday p.a. plus bank holidays 
• Option to ‘buy’ additional holiday 
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support 
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9% 
• Enhanced family friendly policies 
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel 
• Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.

Our commitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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