Private Sector Housing Officer

The role covers a varied and wide range of Private Sector Housing functions, knowledge and skills. There is currently a 12 month fixed term vacancy in the private sector housing standards team. The standards team predominantly deal with housing conditions, empty properties, landlord regulation and enforcement of landlord legislation. The following activities may be undertaken as part of the role:To contribute to the delivery of the Council’s mandatory and non-mandatory Private Sector Housing (PSH) services provided to private landlords, tenants and owner-occupiers on a day-to-day basis.  To provide informal advice and support to service users, plus take formal action when needed in accordance with the Council’s Enforcement Policy and under the current legislative framework to tackle disrepair and hazards.  To assist in providing a range of grants to service users living in the private housing sector, including Home Repair Grants. To provide wide ranging advice on PSH issues and housing options to private tenants and owner-occupiers, via home visits, office interview, telephone, letter and email.  To support Regulatory Service’s aims and objectives and to assist in the achievement of its performance targets to promote the safety and health of residents and the improvements to the environment.  To work across North Northants inspecting and investigating suspect and licensable Houses in Multiple in Occupation.  To attend, as necessary, meetings of the Council and its Committees, and meetings in the community both inside and outside of normal working hours.  To carry out investigations into legislation breaches, issuing legal notices and financial penalties for landlord breaches and offences. If you wish to discuss the role or have any questions about it please contact: Lara Bezzina on 01536 805 [email protected]