Interim Private Sector Housing Officer

Description:

A Bedfordshire Local Authority is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to support a busy Housing Standards service during a period of increased demand.

The team is currently seeing a significant rise in service requests relating to damp and mould, retaliatory eviction concerns and poor conditions within privately rented accommodation. As a result, they're looking for an officer who is comfortable managing complex cases from inspection through to enforcement.

This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys being out in the district, making decisions, and working with landlords and residents to achieve real improvements rather than sitting behind a desk all day.

The role:

Investigating housing complaints and potential breaches of housing legislation
Conducting HHSRS assessments and property inspections
Managing enforcement cases from initial complaint through to resolution
Drafting schedules of works and statutory notices
Working alongside legal teams on more complex enforcement matters
Providing technical advice to landlords, agents and residents

What's attractive about this contract:

Long-term contract opportunity
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Experienced and friendly housing management team
Immediate impact role with a variety of casework
Opportunity to work on some high-profile housing standards projects

You'll need:

A background working within a Local Authority Private Sector Housing team
Strong working knowledge of HHSRS and housing enforcement legislation
Experience serving notices and progressing enforcement action
Excellent communication skills and a practical, solution-focused approachWhether you're between contracts or simply looking for a more interesting caseload, this is a great opportunity to join a proactive authority that's committed to raising standards across the private rented sector.

For a confidential discussion about the role, get in touch today.

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