This post is responsible for delivering Deer Commission for Scotland (DCS) work across the Central Belt, the Borders, Dumfries and Galloway, and Fife, and for helping to develop new policy, particularly relating to roe and sika deer, and public safety. Specifically leading DCS support for collaborative deer management in South Scotland through provision of advice to local deer management groups; Leading on the sustainable management of roe deer in South Scotland; Leading the further development of DCS policy on deer and public safety; Leading the development of new models for the management of deer through recreational stalking; Coordinating the development of DCS policy on the management of peri-urban deer.
Qualifications & Experience
You must have a relevant degree in biological or land uses science; however equal weighting will be given to practical experience and knowledge. If you have a degree post graduate employment in this area is desirable.
These are permanent and pensionable appointments. You should expect to start at the minimum of the salary range although a higher starting salary may exceptionally be offered where a candidate's skills, knowledge and/or experience are considered to be particularly relevant and are clearly evident in the selection process. Candidates with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the appointment will be invited to Assessment Centre
You may access an application form at http://www.scotland.gov.uk/About/Recruitment/Vacancies. Alternatively, please write to the Scottish Government, Central Resourcing Unit, S1 Spur (DC4569EXTA), Saughton House, Broomhouse Drive, Edinburgh EH11 3XD quoting the reference number of the post you would like to apply for and providing your full postal address.
Completed applications must be returned by 12 November 2007.
