Flood Risk Management Officer

Salary: £27,334 - £36,648 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week, flexible working available.Location: Your office base will be Chichester and a typical week will combine homeworking with attendance at the office or site visits. This is led by the needs of the service.Employer Pension Contribution: 19.70% this alters per annum on the 1st April each year.Annual leave: 25-27 days holiday + Bank holidays = 33-35 days.Interview Date: TBC

As a Flood Risk Management Officer, the position involves manging local flood risk across the county.You will be a vital component of our dedicated and experienced team, which fulfils the responsibilities of the Council as the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA).

Your responsibilities will include:* Evaluating planning applications related to flood risks from surface water, groundwater, and ordinary watercourses.* Managing land drainage consents and collaborating with partners and the community to address and promote mitigation efforts for flood risk issues* Maintaining the asset register.* Mapping flood incidents.* Supporting the review of the Local Flood Risk Management Strategy and other documentation such as flood risk assessments, flood risk management plans, and surface water management plans.

Experience and Skills

This position is a career-grade posts with opportunities for training and development. Please refer to the individual job descriptions for the Key Skills and Qualifications and/or experience. If offered, you will be appointed at the grade relevant to your knowledge, skills and experience.

If you hold a degree and have experience in any area of flood risk management or possess a degree in a relevant field and are interested in pursuing a career in this important service area, we look forward to receiving your application.

Rewards and Benefits

In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:* A competitive salary.* 25-27 days annual leave + bank holidays.* A generous pension scheme.* Flexible working.* Training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring.* A strong supportive management team.* Up to 13 flexi days a year* A range of discounts giving our staff access to hundreds of offers with the opportunity to save over £1,000 (Including: Argos, Samsung, Asos, B&Q and many more).* Free access to employee assistance programmes.* Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.* Car benefit scheme.* A range of commuting and business travel discounts and initiatives

For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee, go to our Rewards and Benefits page.