Agricultural Officer (4 positions available)

Agricultural Officers perform a key role in the work of the Division and are often a key point of contact for farmers, crofters and the rural community. They are engaged in a wide variety of duties, many of an outdoor nature, including visits to farms to carry out inspections. The role of the Agricultural Officer includes carrying out site visits to various types of agricultural establishments, often over extensive and difficult terrain and in all weather conditions. Experience of crossing this type of land and a willingness to undertake these visits are prerequisites for the post. Applicants should also be able to demonstrate practical experience of handling livestock.

The Company:

The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have responsibility for a wide range of key policy areas including: education, health, the economy, justice, housing and transport. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles.

Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service, working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer.

As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules.

The Candidate:

• Valid driving licence which enables you to drive in the UK.

Please confirm in your CV/Personal Statement that you hold this qualification.

• Success Profile

Success profiles are specific to each job and they include the mix of skills, experience and behaviours candidates will be assessed on.

• Experience

Previous practical experience of working in agriculture or land management practices and the ability to demonstrate an understanding of farming practices in Scotland.
Demonstrate a knowledge of the schemes and support that RPID have available to help the farming sector.

• Behaviours:

Making effective decisions - Level 2
Communicating and Influencing – Level 2
Working together – Level 2

You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here: Success Profiles.

The Package:

• Range of flexible and hybrid working options dependent on the needs of the role.