Countryside officer

As a countryside officer, you could:

• advise landowners on how to manage their land
•  conduct environmental surveys, carry out research and analyse data
•  manage staff and volunteers
•  advise on and apply for funding
•  promote the countryside at events, visitor centres and on social media

We've identified this as a green job

As a countryside officer, you'll manage leisure and recreational activities in a sustainable way. You'll also protect wildlife and natural habitats. This can have a positive impact on the environment.

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• excellent verbal communication skills
• the ability to use your initiative
• the ability to work well with others
• analytical thinking skills
• knowledge of biology
• knowledge of geography
• customer service skills
• legal knowledge including court procedures and government regulations
• to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

You can get into this job through:

• a university course
• a college course
• an apprenticeship
• working towards this role

With experience and further qualifications, you could:

• become a senior officer, countryside manager or estate manager
•  move into forestry management or wildlife conservation
•  work in leisure and tourism in the National Parks