- Conduct field trips to point out scientific, historic, and natural features of parks, forests, historic sites, or other attractions.
- Prepare and present illustrated lectures and interpretive talks about park features.
- Plan and organize public events at the park.
- Provide visitor services, such as explaining regulations, answering visitor requests, needs
Countryside officer | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Countryside officers manage, protect and improve the rural environment.
Countryside officers typically work around 39 to 41 hours per week.
As a Countryside officer you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 38,029 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Countryside officer
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38,466 GBP
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36,688 GBP
Average salary for part-time Countryside officer
Average salary for full-time Countryside officer
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27,478 GBP
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25,125 GBP
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32,106 GBP
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38,029 GBP
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36,688 GBP
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38,466 GBP
Salary over time for Countryside officer
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33,271 GBP
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33,712 GBP
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35,268 GBP
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35,376 GBP
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36,608 GBP
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37,704 GBP
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38,029 GBP
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39,930 GBP
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30,138 GBP
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-1% yearly wage growth (on average)
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Countryside officer and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Countryside officer.
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
What technical skills do I need?
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Things to highlight for your Countryside officer interview
Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
