Further Information Do you want to work in a role that makes a difference to the people of Stockton-on-Tees who live in privately rented accommodation? Well look no further – this is the opportunity for you!
The Housing & A Fairer Stockton-on-Tees service are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative and self-motivated individual to join the Selective Licensing team and are looking for a Team Leader with drive and enthusiasm.
The team are committed to improving housing conditions, management practices, ant-social behaviour and environmental crime in the private rented sector and to protecting residents within our area, ensuring everyone has a safe and well-maintained home and environment where they live. We take a twin track approach, working positively with those landlords and tenants who take their responsibilities seriously, whilst taking the strongest possible action against those who neglect their responsibilities, making full and appropriate use of legislation to achieve this goal.
The emphasis in this role is overseeing a team that will; process licence applications, issue property licences, ensure compliance with licence conditions, carry out surveys of properties, advise upon housing and management standards and investigate issues of anti-social behaviour, environmental crime and community safety.
You will lead on specific functions and operations related to enforcement of selective licensing issues. The role will also require you to take compliance and enforcement action in line with the principals of the Councils Regulatory Services Policy and to attend prosecution and appeal hearings before the Courts or Tribunals as required.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate:
- Experience of working directly or closely related field within private sector housing, enforcement or licensing.
- An awareness of the legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to taking enforcement action in relation to a wide range of practical situations.
- Experience in the production of formal letters, statutory notices, schedules of work, technical reports and plans.
- A track record of dealing with cases, taking appropriate enforcement action and have the skills to be able to advise and support less experienced officers.
Good interpersonal skills along with a flexible and professional approach to work and embracing the Council’s culture statement are essential.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
We offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave, local government pension scheme and access to a number of additional employee benefits, including discounts at high street and online retailers, health and well being support, including access to mental health support and physiotherapy services along with a wide range of learning and development opportunities
This post is fixed term up to 31st August 2029.
If you are interested then take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification and if you want to know more about the role please contact Gary Knight, Service Lead - Private Sector Housing on 01642 526621 or via e-mail;
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