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An overview of the recruitment and selection process for the latest vacancy is detailed below.

Applications are invited for the following role:

Please note that the closing date for applications for these roles is 5pm Wednesday 4 September 2024.

Land Planning and Development

Role: Team Leader Planning (Development Applications)
Grade: Grade 9
Reporting to: Development Applications Manager

If you are interested in applying for this role, please contact Sandra Adams – SMT Support Assistant (sandra.adams@eastdunbarton.gov.uk) who will send you an electronic copy of the Application Pack.

Interview dates for this role will be confirmed.

Recruitment & Selection Process

Recruitment & Selection Process

Recruitment & Selection Process
Process Key Activities

Application process

Prospective candidates will be required to submit:

  • A relevant CV (not EDC application form)
  • Statement in support of application demonstrating suitability for the role they are applying for
  • A written submission to a set question

Closing Date: 5pm, Wednesday 4 September 2024

Short-listing Process

Short-listing process will be conducted by the Development Application Manager.

Candidate submissions will be assessed against:

  • The role profile
  • A competency assessment of the supporting statement
  • Defined criteria to assess the set question response

Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to an interview.

Interview process

Competency-based interview conducted by the Executive Officer – Land Planning & Development and Development Application Manager.

The interview will incorporate a presentation from the candidate on a pre-set topic.

Selection Process

Selection decisions will be made based on the assessment of:

  • CV
  • Support statement demonstrating suitability for role
  • Written response to set question
  • Performance through interview process

Further questions

If you have any questions about the selection process, please do not hesitate to contact Laura McLetchie, Development Application Manager (laura.mcletchie@eastdunbarton.gov.uk)