Area Housing Officer

Directorate: Adult Care, Housing and Public Health

18.5 Hours Per Week, Part Time, Permanent

Hours to be worked during Monday – Friday (pattern to be agreed).

I am pleased to invite applications for a Permanent Part Time Area Housing Officer.

An opportunity has arisen to become part of a dedicated team in Housing and make a real difference in a neighbourhood.

You will have experience of working in a housing related or other public service environment and working effectively with a range of partners and Ward Members.

You will have experience of direct dealing with members of the public with a clear understanding of customer care standards. Also a sound understanding of dealing with tenancy breaches, anti-social behaviour and supporting our most vulnerable residents.

You will require Level 6 qualification e.g. Bachelor Degrees, Graduate Certificates and Diplomas or Level 5 qualification e.g.; Diplomas of HE and FE, foundation degrees and HNDs plus experience in relevant areas of work over a period of years.

Or

Evidence of the equivalent level of knowledge gained through work experience.

A Job profile is attached.

It is important that you use the skills/experience box to specify how you fit the requirements for this role - please use extra sheets if necessary. Also attached are the competencies required by Area Housing Officers which you should include evidence of in your application.

For an informal discussion in relation to this vacancy, please contact Lynne Rowan on 01709 336009.

This post will have access to the Public Services Network, if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at the Basic level (unspent criminal convictions).

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. For further information, please visit our website.