Community Enforcement Officer
Job Description
Job title: Community Enforcement Officer
Company: Hertsmere Borough Council
Job description: We are seeking 4 x Community Enforcement Officers to join our Environmental Protection Service. You will form part of a brand new team set up to provide community reassurance, engaging with public and businesses alike to identify and resolve issues in the towns, villages and rural parts of the borough, either directly or by referral to other departments and agencies. Being part of the wider Environmental Health, Licensing and Resilience Service you will work closely with Environmental Health Officers, Licensing Officers and other staff with the overall aim of making Hertsmere a safer, cleaner and healthier place to live and work.
The Community Enforcement Officers will complete a range of monitoring, inspection, checking and enforcement activities. They will check compliance with relevant Councils policies and procedures, providing engagement and reassurance to residents, businesses and other stakeholders. In essence, the Community Enforcement Officers act as the eyes and ears of the Council – reporting, checking, evidence gathering and responding to public and business needs.
The ideal candidate will have up to date knowledge of enviro-crime and environmental protection legislation, a proven track record of excellent customer service, can work independently and find solutions to problems, have excellent communication skills and have a flexible approach to work. It is also essential that this post holder has a driving licence.
The post is offered on a full time, permanent basis (36 hours per week). Generally, the hours of work will be 9am to 5.15pm Monday to Friday, however some evening and weekend work may be required.
Benefits include 26 – 31 days annual leave (depending on the length of Local Government Service) plus one floating day per annum, local government pension scheme, free car parking, free gym membership, free yoga classes, cycle scheme, free Beryl Bike scheme, and season ticket loans.
Hertsmere is located in southern Hertfordshire and is an attractive environment in which to live and work. It adjoins Greater London and has excellent road and rail links making London and the Home Counties easily accessible.
Closing date: Monday 4 March, 10am
Expected salary:
Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
