Architectural Conservation Officer

Carlow County Council invite applications from suitable qualified applicants for the Post of  Architectural Conservation Officer (Temporary 3 Year Contract) 


It is desirable that candidates demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they:

 

• Have a satisfactory knowledge of Carlow’s history and of its historic building typologies and spaces
• A good working knowledge and understanding of architectural conservation and of its role in the planning and development process
• Have experience of participating in managing and leading multi-disciplinary teams
• Have a proven track record of delivering results
• Understand Local Authority services and structures in Ireland, particularly as they relate to the conservation function, or can quickly acquire same
• Be capable of working in close consultation with key stakeholders and working collaboratively with a diverse range of bodies and representative groups
• Be experienced in contributing to the operational and strategic conservation processes and in the implementation of the agreed aims of same
• Have excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills
• Have experience of budget management and ensuring value for money
• Possess strong ICT and presentation skills

 

Education, Experience etc.
Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms,:
 

1. hold a recognised qualification at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications developed by in a technical discipline related to the built environment including but not limited to architecture, structural engineering, building surveying or spatial/town/urban planning;

OR
Hold a recognized qualification at NFQ Level 8 in which the historic built environment was a major subject including but not limited to archaeology, history of art or architectural conservation;

                                                            OR
Hold a recognized postgraduate qualification at NFQ Levels 9 or 10 in which the historic built environment was a major subject, but not limited to archaeology, history of art or architectural conservation;
 

2. after attaining the qualification referred to at (a) above, have five years’ satisfactory experience relevant to the post (or four years for registered architects);

 

3. Have a satisfactory knowledge of architectural heritage, design and conservation, strategic planning and urban design, and the legal framework governing architectural conservation and planning;

 

4. possess a high standard of technical training and experience appropriate to the nature of the work undertaken, including administrative experience, and have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation;

 

5. have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge.

Further information is available in the Candidate Information Booklet , available on our website www.carlow.ie