Location
Grassington, near Skipton, North Yorkshire, with opportunities for blended working.

Hours
Full time - 37 hours per week.

Salary
£32,046 to £37,563 per annum.

About the Role
We are looking for a 30by30 Assessment Officer to take on a unique national role supporting all of England's National Parks. You will lead the development of a consistent approach to assessing, recording and monitoring land that contributes towards the UK's commitment to protect 30% of land and sea for nature by 2030. Working with protected landscapes locally and across the country, you will help shape how progress is measured and reported nationally.

As the host Authority for this nationally significant role, you will work with colleagues across England's National Parks, helping to drive one of the country's most ambitious nature recovery commitments while being based in the spectacular Yorkshire Dales National Park. You will join a supportive and knowledgeable team passionate about making a positive difference for the National Park and the communities who live and work here.

This varied role involves providing technical leadership and guidance to colleagues to establish consistent assessment, recording, monitoring and reporting processes against established national criteria. Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring and reporting land that contributes towards 30by30 targets.
- Working with colleagues, land managers and partner organisations to identify opportunities to increase qualifying land.
- Providing expert advice and guidance to protected landscapes across England on assessment criteria and evidence requirements.
- Leading national collaboration between England's National Parks to develop shared approaches, guidance and best practice.
- Acting as the lead technical contact for National Parks England, working with Defra, Natural England and other national partners.
- Monitoring progress and providing reports on delivery against 30by30 objectives.

About Us
We are the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, an organisation that protects, enhances and promotes the immense beauty, wildlife and character of the Yorkshire Dales. Set against expansive heather moorland tops, each valley has its own distinct charm, from crags and waterfalls to an underground labyrinth of caves.

The Benefits
We believe in supporting our people and offer a range of benefits to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance, develop your career and enjoy the advantages of working in one of the UK's most inspiring landscapes.
- Generous leave: starting at 26 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days after five years of Local Government service.
- Pension: Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Flexible working: including flexitime, flexi-leave and blended working options.
- Wellbeing benefits: Subsidised Healthcare scheme, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme, staff discounts and an employee assistance programme.
- Learning and development: Ongoing support for continuing professional development and training.
- Free parking at Authority car parks.

Experience
- Experience of assessing environmental, conservation, or land management projects.
- Knowledge of environmental legislation, policy, and protected site designations.
- Experience of analysing and interpreting ecological or environmental data.
- Experience using GIS software and spatial datasets.
- Experience of habitat condition assessment or biodiversity monitoring.
- Ability to prepare clear technical reports and recommendations.

About you
You will be comfortable working with a wide range of colleagues, partners, landowners and organisations, building positive relationships and providing clear technical advice to support delivery of 30by30 objectives. You will be passionate about nature recovery and enthusiastic about working collaboratively with colleagues and partners to support one of the UK's most ambitious environmental commitments.

Qualifications
A degree-level qualification in Ecology, Environmental Science, Geography, Conservation, Land Management or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.