About the role: The Access & Recreation (A&R) Officer will be placed within the Conservation and Engagement team and report to the Access and Recreation Manager. They will work alongside another A&R Officer in overseeing the Countryside Wardens in ensuring responsible access on the ground at all FCCT sites and support initiatives to encourage responsible outdoor access. They will also support the A&R Manager in the delivery of local authority statutory outdoor access duties throughout Fife. About you: We are looking for a driven and proactive individual to join our team. You will bring with you the following skills and experience: Educated to SCQF level 6, which includes an HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject (eg. Countryside Management). Time-served experience in a relevant position will also be considered. Working knowledge and understanding of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 and how it affects access rights. Good track record of collaborative working, developing, and maintaining effective relationships. Good standard of communication skills, both verbal and written. Confident and approachable demeanour as well as ability to negotiate and be diplomatic, but also assertive. Confident talking to and conveying the FCCT message to a wide range of people from different backgrounds and with different opinions. Responsible character, capable of working independently. Excellent team player, able to be flexible and put shared goals before self. Proactive and hard-working attitude with a bias towards action. A suitable standard of fitness (able to walk 15 miles and use hand tools like saws and spades) and able to work in adverse weather conditions. Appropriate equipment care experience. Confident working with hand-held machinery such as chainsaws and strimmers. About FCCT: Fife Coast and Countryside Trust are an organisation driven by a passion for Fife and are committed to developing and delivering high quality, impact led projects for the benefit of people and nature. We believe that our people are our greatest asset and look to employ individuals who bring a positive, energetic, constructive, and committed attitude to the workplace.