Housing enforcement and licensing officer

Role Purpose Sitting in the Private Sector Housing Service, within the Supporting Communities Directorate, the primary objective of the role is to improve standards within the private rented sector within Camden, whether this be through the investigation of complaints or through our Houses in Multiple Occupation licensing schemes. The role will enable you to utilise the full range of enforcement tools to tackle sub-standard private rented accommodation within the Borough, from HMO Licensing, improvement notices to Final Management Orders and Banning Orders. You will also be expected to promote the use of grants and landlord accreditation as an alternative or complementary approach, all with the aim of improving the private housing sector in the borough, with particular emphasis on the private rented sector. Responsibilities Demonstrate a basic understanding of our role in improving standards within the private rented sector. Undertake HMO licensing inspections, including identification of defects, poor management practices. Identify and secure interventions in the investigation of complaints and other enquiries and understand the situations where any intervention may not be required. Effectively monitor the progress of works/actions required by informal/formal action Demonstrate good customer care and communication skills in explaining complex and technical issues accurately, clearly and concisely both orally and in writing when dealing with all service users. Develop a good understanding of relevant legislation utilised to tackle poor property and management standards within the private rented sector Requirements BTEC in Environmental Health, BTEC/ONC in Building Construction or equivalent or relevant work experience, or Advanced Practical Certificate in the Private Rented Sector Diploma in Private Sector Housing Interventions Works towards (but not yet completed) Environmental Health Degree Contract Initial 3 to 6 month ongoing contract with the opportunity to extend PAYE via Umbrella Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (1-2 days in office per week) If you are interested in this position AND meet the requirements, APPLY NOW