Title of Position: Graduate Land Use Planner Salary: €39,083 - €78,830 Background This role involves responsibilities in relation to land use planning, in connection with TIIs activities whilst also supporting staff in the delivery of TII projects and operations. The post holder will report to the Head of Land Use Planning. This role will provide support and training to build expertise in land use planning through actively participating in a variety of projects and initiatives. ROLE, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work to assist in the strengthening of procedures for the management of the TIIs involvement in the land use planning and development process, taking account of the TIIs role as statutory consultee in responding to applications for planning permission and development planning. Support TIIs development management function. Advise, facilitate, support (and when deemed appropriate initiate activity in) other TII sections in relation to policy formulation and projects as they interface with the land use planning system. Develop, liaise, and maintain productive relationships with relevant Government Departments, regional authorities, local authorities, National Transport Authority, and other state agencies in relation to land use planning and transportation. Participate in communication of the role and policy of the TII in land use planning and development. Assist in facilitating consistent quality and continuous improvement in the services provided by the Land Use Planning Section. Collaborate effectively with colleagues and all stakeholders to ensure optimum results in line with TII Strategic Priorities. All of the divisions within TII have inter-dependent responsibilities and close cooperation and teamwork is required across the organisation. Note: The functions and responsibilities assigned to this position are based on the current stated role and may be changed from time to time. The person appointed will be required to demonstrate the flexibility necessary to fulfil other roles and responsibilities at a similar grade within TII and may be assigned to other such roles as business needs arise. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health A candidate for and any person holding the role must be fully competent and capable of undertaking duties attached to the role and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service Education & Experience The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the key competencies for a Grade 3 position, as well as the following experience and job-specific requirements: A Degree or 3rd level professional qualification (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) in Planning which is accredited by the Irish Planning Institute or Royal Town Planning Institute. If you are a final year student in a level 8 degree in Planning course and due to complete your studies this year, you will be able to apply, but you will be required to provide proof of having achieved the degree before employment can commence. Experience in research, data analysis, or report writing. Familiarity with the Irish planning system and law. A collaborative mindset and effective relationship management ability. Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skill A good understanding of, or the ability to quickly learn in the public sector working environment. Understanding of the strategic function of the national roads network and light rail network and of strategies for its improvement. Familiarity with evaluating principles of transport and land use associated with development proposals. Fluency in English, both written and oral. Note: In order to assure the shortlisting panel that you satisfy these requirements you must explicitly reference how you meet the requirements in your application. Failure to demonstrate these may prevent your application progressing to future shortlisting stages. Candidates who come under consideration following the final selection stage will be required to provide documentary evidence of their eligibility, including qualifications and evidence of fluency in the English language. Candidates who are unable to show that they hold the required qualifications may be withdrawn from the competition at any stage. An invitation to interview or any element of the selection process is not acceptance of eligibility. To apply for, or to locate further information on, these posts please visit our website by Clicking Apply below. The closing date for applications is 12pm Thursday 26th June at 12pm. Transport Infrastructure Ireland is committed to a policy of equal opportunity.