Community Parks Officer

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At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be that difference.

About the role

This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys a mix of outdoor and office‑based work, working with people, and making a visible difference to local places. You’ll be part of a supportive team within the Greenspace Service and will work closely with colleagues, partners and communities across the district.

About you

You’ll bring experience from a parks, open spaces, grounds maintenance or other environment related background, along with a practical, organised approach to your work. You’ll be comfortable working independently, but equally confident collaborating with others and engaging positively with the public.

You’ll also have:

• A strong commitment to high‑quality public spaces
• Good communication and organisational skills
• An understanding of working safely in public environments
• A flexible and solution‑focused approach

For more information about joining the Greenspace Team, the role profile is located at the bottom of this advert. It details the main duties of the job as well as the behaviours and competencies (evaluated at interview stage).

We love to invest in our people, providing the opportunity for professional development and fulfilment. Work life balance is encouraged, and we enjoy a variety of flexible working arrangements. Please see Why work for Arun for more information on what Arun offers their employees.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.

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CLOSING DATE: 26 April 2026 23:59pm

INTERVIEW DATE: 6 May 2026