Person Specification
POST : Planning Policy and Economic Development Manager
GRADE: 11
DIRECTORATE : PEOPLE & PLACES
POST NO :
COMPETENCIES
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
(All competencies listed are essential to the post)
(Application Form/
Interview/Test)
Here to Help
Implements effective systems and processes to monitor and
evaluate customer concerns, and takes action to improve service
delivery
Application form/Interview
Deals with difficult customer situations professionally and
efficiently.
Application form/Interview
One Team One Council
Delivers key corporate messages effectively
Application form/Interview
Generates a positive attitude and approach
Application form/Interview
Participates in corporate working to ensure integrated service
provision.
Application form/Interview
Open and Honest
Promotes a culture of open communication.
Application form/Interview
Evaluates and manages operational risk.
Application form/Interview
Demonstrates integrity, honesty and trustworthiness as set out in
the Council’s Code of Conduct.
Application form/Interview
COMPETENCIES
METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
(All competencies listed are essential to the post)
(Application Form/
Interview/Test)
Pride in our Council
Establishes and communicates a culture of participation where
staff feel empowered and valued.
Application form/Interview
Makes Wyre Council a better place to work by developing and
motivating staff.
Application form/Interview
Recognises a job well done and lets others know.
Application form/Interview
Innovative
Continually reviews and challenges current strategies and
practices to maximise organisational effectiveness
Application form/Interview
Provides solutions on how to deliver improvements through reengineered processes
Application form/Interview
Instills a culture of continuous improvement.
Application form/Interview
Efficient and Businesslike
Sets challenging standards to promote a culture of high
expectation and encourages the attainment of targets.
Application form/Interview
Actively monitors and reviews progress using key performance
indicators and takes appropriate action.
Application form/Interview
Has a sound understanding of costs and manages resources
efficiently to achieve value for money.
Application form/Interview
QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL/DESIRABLE
METHOD OF
ASSESSMENT
(Application Form/
Interview/Test)
Degree or equivalent and eligibility for
Membership of the RTPI.
E
Application form /
submission of Certificates
etc.
Evidence of continuing professional
development.
D
Application form
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SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES
ESSENTIAL/DESIRABLE
METHOD OF
ASSESSMENT
(Application Form/
Interview/Test)
Thorough knowledge and understanding
of current planning legislation.
E
Interview/ Presentation
Extensive knowledge and understanding
of local government particularly those
related to planning, economic
development and regeneration and an
understanding of current financial issues
and their implications.
E
Interview/ Presentation
Knowledge and understanding of the
relationship between corporate priorities
and the delivery of the service.
E
Application form/Interview
Effective organisational communication,
negotiation and advocacy skills, both
verbal and written.
E
Interview
Effective management, motivation and
leadership skills.
E
Application form/Interview/
Presentation
The ability to coordinate all aspects of
front line services within a performance
management framework.
E
Application form/Interview
The ability to successfully manage
complex projects, on time and within
budgets.
E
Interview
Effective personal communications and
presentation skills, both verbal and
written.
E
Application form/Interview/
Presentation
The ability to manage and implement
change taking account of customer
insight.
E
Application form/Interview
ESSENTIAL/DESIRABLE
METHOD OF
ASSESSMENT
EXPERIENCE
(Application Form/
Interview/Test)
Extensive experience in Planning,
including Planning Policy and in Economic
Development/Regeneration
E
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Application form/Interview
Experience of advising elected members
and senior council officers on strategic
issues
E
Application form/Interview
Experience of effective corporate working.
E
Application form/Interview
Experience of developing staff through
mentoring, coaching etc.
D
Application form/Interview
Experience of preparing and presenting
evidence in writing and orally in public.
E
Application form/Interview
Experience of preparing Planning
Guidance.
E
Application form/Interview
Appearance as expert witness at Public
Inquiries.
E
Interview
Able to demonstrate a full range of
competencies in relation to Planning /
Economic Development and Regeneration
at a senior level.
E
Interview
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL/DESIRABLE
METHOD OF
ASSESSMENT
(Application Form/
Interview/Test)
Regular and Reliable Service (the Council
does not wish to employ individuals who
have a poor history of attendance at work
where there is no underlying medical
reason for the absence)
E
References
Demonstrate commitment to equal
opportunities together with a clear
appreciation of equalities issues
E
Application form/Interview
PREPARED BY: David Thow
DATE: December 2012
The Equality Act 2010 - Where appropriate, the duties may be reviewed where an applicant has a
disability within the definition of the Act, or an existing employee becomes unable to carry out the full
range of duties due to a disability
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