Private Sector Housing Officer
Northumberland County Council
Blyth, UK
Published 1 week ago
Housing officer
Full time
Job Information
ROLE OF THE JOB
We have an exciting opportunity for a Private Sector Housing Officer to join our Strategic Housing Team to assist with the implementation and delivery of a Selective Licensing Scheme.
You will be working with private landlords to ensure a decent standard of accommodation within the private rented sector.
The post will provide a first point of contact for private landlords and stakeholders (by all access channels), dealing with enquiries on selective licensing (the licensing of private landlords in order to rent their homes in certain areas of Northumberland) and guiding though the licensing process.
The post holders will be responsible for Housing Conditions in the Private Rented Sector within selective licensing areas specifically, the enforcement element of Private Sector Housing functions in relation to Parts 1, 3 and 4 of the Housing Act 2004 and associated legislation.
The post holder will be based in Blyth area, working with community groups and other stakeholders in the area to contribute to the overall regeneration and improvement of the area.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
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Further information
Please note that this is a full time position.
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here .
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Alternative application format:
British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net
For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
ROLE OF THE JOB
We have an exciting opportunity for a Private Sector Housing Officer to join our Strategic Housing Team to assist with the implementation and delivery of a Selective Licensing Scheme.
You will be working with private landlords to ensure a decent standard of accommodation within the private rented sector.
The post will provide a first point of contact for private landlords and stakeholders (by all access channels), dealing with enquiries on selective licensing (the licensing of private landlords in order to rent their homes in certain areas of Northumberland) and guiding though the licensing process.
The post holders will be responsible for Housing Conditions in the Private Rented Sector within selective licensing areas specifically, the enforcement element of Private Sector Housing functions in relation to Parts 1, 3 and 4 of the Housing Act 2004 and associated legislation.
The post holder will be based in Blyth area, working with community groups and other stakeholders in the area to contribute to the overall regeneration and improvement of the area.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB
- Good standard of education to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and A sound knowledge of the private rented sector, legislation and topical issues.
- Relevant experience of working with the HHSRS and property inspections
- Experience dealing with projects/schemes - experience of selective licensing schemes
- A sound understanding of Housing legislation specifically in relation to part 3 of the Housing Act 2004.
- Full UK Driving license required
- Highly motivated and enthusiastic person who is a great team player
- Excellent organisational and communication skills, being able to communicate with people on all levels including council members, colleagues and members of the public.
- A good level of effective IT skills along with the ability to understand and develop the use of ICT to achieve work objectives.
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
Stay connected with us on social media to keep up to date with Northumberland County Council's latest job opportunities.
Facebook: NCC Jobs Group
LinkedIn: Northumberland County Council Jobs
Further information
Please note that this is a full time position.
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here .
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Alternative application format:
British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net
For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.