Are you a good communicator who enjoys working with people? How about being out in the fresh air, dealing with many interesting people and situations? Every day could bring new challenges – no two days are the same!
The Role:
As a Prevention & Enforcement Officer, you will be delivering an efficient and effective prevention and enforcement service throughout the Borough, to include but not restricted to:
Issuing Penalty Charge Notices [PCN] within council car parks.
A partnership approach to anti-social behaviour, gathering evidence for fly tipping, litter enforcement, undertaking investigations under the relevant dog fouling legislation for dog fouling enforcement and issuing Fixed Penalty Notices [FPN].
Undertaking investigations into allegations of offences under the Environment Protection Act and Clean Neighbourhood’s and Environment Act. To include securing evidence through interviewing suspects, issuing FPN, and completing case papers to give evidence at Court.
Undertaking targeted patrols in “hot spot” areas to tackle offences.
Ensuring that abandoned vehicles are reported, investigated and removed.
Acting as evidence gatherers to support potential action by HBC under the Anti-Social Behaviour and Police Act 2014 in relation to Community Protection Notices.
A background in enforcement would be an advantage, although not essential. Full training and uniform are provided, as is the support of a friendly team.
A full UK driving licence and use of own car for business is essential.
What we can offer you:
A competitive salary/benefits and support for your continuous professional development.
• Career Grade D-F £26,409 - £36,124 per annum (depending on experience)
• Generous Leave Allowance
• Free Parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family Friendly Packages
Visit our website for the full range of benefits and support we offer our staff.
What do I need to have?
Previous experience of working with the public.
Able to work without direct supervision.
Excellent communication skills – ability to listen to understand, reflect others’ input and adapt communication style to the audience in an effective way.
Able to deal with conflict and unpredictable situations.
To work closely with all internal service teams, including but not restricted to Customer Services.
Confident, common-sense approach.
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact
Julie Swift, Senior Public Space & Protection Officer
on
02392 446429
or via email
julie.swift@havant.gov.uk . To Apply: If you can think laterally, be resourceful and strive towards effective solutions and satisfactory outcomes, then you are the kind of person we want to hear from. Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4 minutes). Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting statement when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful –
www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now . We will not be able to progress your application further unless you provide a supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile. Closing date for receipt of applications is
midnight on 9 February 2025
and interviews will be held on
19 February 2025 . Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing date. We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment. Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.
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Julie Swift, Senior Public Space & Protection Officer
on
02392 446429
or via email
julie.swift@havant.gov.uk . To Apply: If you can think laterally, be resourceful and strive towards effective solutions and satisfactory outcomes, then you are the kind of person we want to hear from. Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4 minutes). Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting statement when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful –
www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now . We will not be able to progress your application further unless you provide a supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile. Closing date for receipt of applications is
midnight on 9 February 2025
and interviews will be held on
19 February 2025 . Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing date. We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment. Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.
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