Location
The Kings House, Lyndhurst, SO43 7NH, Hampshire, with some potential for home working.

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£40,388 - £43,482 per annum

About the Role
Join Forestry England, a passionate team dedicated to growing the nation’s forests for everyone. As District Recreation Manager, you will collaborate with other leaders to deliver the district strategy and business plan aligned with the national Growing the Future strategy. You will support Recreation Managers in managing and developing the recreation offer to connect more people with the nation’s forests while ensuring sustainable finances. Your focus will include delivering the New Forest strategic recreation aims through partnerships with key stakeholders and leading visitor engagement via the New Forest Ranger team. Across the south district, you will oversee projects aimed at improving financial sustainability and enhancing visitor experiences by managing the Permissions team.

Benefits
Forestry England contributes an average of 28.97% towards your pension through the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme. You will receive 25 days holiday per year, increasing by one day annually up to 30 days (pro-rated for part-time employees), plus bank holidays. Access to the STaR employee benefits scheme offers discounts on everyday shopping, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Additional benefits include free parking at Forestry England sites, free entry to National Arboretums at Westonbirt and Bedgebury, and a commitment to lifelong learning with support for career development, professional development, and sponsored membership of professional bodies.

Experience
Relevant experience in recreation management, partnership working, and project delivery within a natural environment or similar sector is desirable. Experience in managing teams and delivering strategic objectives is essential.

About you
You are a collaborative leader with strong communication and influencing skills. You demonstrate the ability to see the big picture, work effectively with others, and manage quality services. You are motivated to make a positive difference for people and the environment and have a passion for forestry and recreation.

Qualifications
There are no specific qualification requirements stated; however, relevant professional experience and a commitment to continuous professional development are important.

Additional Information
Successful candidates will undergo a criminal record check and government baseline personnel security standard check. Reasonable adjustments are available on request. The role is part of the Civil Service and supports diversity and inclusion initiatives including Disability Confident Scheme and Veteran recruitment. Applicants must have the ability to converse in accurate spoken English.