Housing Officer, Government

Ashfield District Council have an exciting opportunity for a Housing Officer to join the team based in Ashfield . You will join us on a full time, permanent basis (37 hours per week) and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £34,061 - £36,434 per annum which includes a market supplement payment of £2,000 per annum, which will be reviewed on an annual basis.

We are looking for three experienced Housing Officers to join our Housing Management Team, who provide an excellent tenancy and estate management service to our local community.

As a Housing Officer, you will manage a local patch of properties in the Ashfield district. You will deal with all aspects of tenancy and estate management including providing advice and support to sustain tenancies, working in partnership with stakeholders, and taking enforcement action when necessary.

The role involves mainly working out on our estates in the district, visiting customers in their own home, and establishing good relationships across the community. You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload, as well as the preparation of legal documentation and attendance at Court.

You must be organised and able to manage and prioritise a diverse workload with competing demands, be flexible to respond to unplanned situations and possess the problem-solving skills...