Location
Leeds

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£26,403 per annum

About the Role
We are a friendly, collaborative, and ambitious team working alongside hundreds of volunteers each year to protect, promote, and enhance the green spaces of Leeds. As a Countryside Ranger, you will conduct volunteer engagement opportunities while raising awareness of the benefits of spending time in green spaces. You will develop and promote the involvement of local groups in the care and enhancement of Leeds’ parks, cemeteries, woodlands, and local nature reserves. Working collaboratively with the community, Leeds City Council, and funders, you will help activate and improve these spaces. Volunteers contribute approximately 14,000 hours annually across all green spaces, and we also partner with over 115 local businesses to support their corporate social responsibility efforts.

About the Employer
Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We are committed to recruiting and developing talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.

What We Offer
We take pride in offering an excellent employee experience, including a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays, membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions, flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements, a clear career pathway with continuing professional development opportunities, and a range of staff benefits to support your wellbeing and financial wellbeing.

Experience
Experience in environmental learning, countryside management, or nature conservation is required. Experience working with volunteers or community groups is desirable.

About You
Enthusiastic and passionate about working collaboratively with communities to activate and enhance green spaces. A strong commitment to increasing wildlife and biodiversity awareness. Effective communication, presentation, and record-keeping skills. Strong organisational and time management abilities.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in environmental, countryside, or conservation fields are advantageous but not explicitly stated as mandatory.