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The Department: Housing Services
Closing date: 20/05/2026
Contract: Fixed term contract until 31/03/2028
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Salary: £35,479 - £37,408 (pro rata)
The Role
The council’s Housing Development Officer will play a central role in maximising the delivery of affordable housing across the district, ensuring that new developments provide the right mix of property sizes and types to meet identified local needs. This will involve working closely with internal departments, developers, and registered providers to support the effective planning and delivery of housing schemes.
The postholder will also assist the council's Strategic Housing Manager on the development, review, and implementation of housing strategies and policies within Housing Services, helping to shape the council’s approach to meeting current and future housing demand. In doing so, they will ensure that all activities are fully compliant with relevant legislation and statutory obligations, while contributing to the wider strategic objectives of the council and the delivery of the Council Plan.
What we are looking for
We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Housing Development Officer to play a key role in increasing the delivery of affordable housing across the district. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to shaping and delivering housing that meets the needs of our local communities, ensuring the right mix of property sizes and types are provided in the right locations.
A strong understanding of both local and national housing policy, along with current issues affecting housing delivery and affordability, is essential. You will use this knowledge to help inform strategy, influence outcomes, and ensure the council continues to meet its statutory housing responsibilities. Microsoft Excel skills are essential, as you will be responsible for maintaining and analysing housing data, producing reports, and supporting performance monitoring and planning activity.
What we offer
We offer an excellent benefits package, including competitive salary, 29 days holiday - rising to 31 days (if applicable), a generous employer contribution pension scheme, life assurance, flexible working, career development, free on-site parking, cycle-to-work scheme, discounted leisure centre membership, employee volunteering schemes and access to discounted activities and days out.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact the council's Strategic Housing Manager, Jason Hagland, (T:) 01923 776611 / (E:) jason.hagland@threerivers.gov.uk
A basic DBS check will be carried out for this post
Equality and council values
Three Rivers District Council’s corporate vision is that the district be a great place to live, work and visit. That vision is one we hold for everyone. The council is dedicated to the promotion of equality of opportunity and to removing any discrimination in service delivery, procurement, employment and improving access to services for all residents.
Three Rivers District Council
Three Rivers House
Northway
Rickmansworth
Herts WD3 1RL
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