Housing Officer

South Derbyshire District Council is investing in its Housing Service in order to provide quality homes and services for tenants and the residents of South Derbyshire.

Tenancy Services now have two full-time permanent opportunities within our Housing Officer team. This is a fast-paced, challenging environment. Team working together with the ability to prioritise is essential for this role.

The Council would like to hear from committed, enthusiastic and determined housing professionals who can help to deliver a frontline housing service that responds to the changing needs of tenants and the new regulatory framework. Weekly arrears management is essential for this role. You will be required to attend Court on occasions for income and anti-social behaviour management. It is essential that the successful applicant will have the ability to hold and manage difficult conversations with tenants. You will need to work from the Civic Office.

You must have a current driving licence and access on a daily basis to your own vehicle together with access to the internet to support any flexible homeworking on agreed days.

Once you have read the job description and personal specification form should you wish to discuss this role informally then please contact Michelle Thompson, Senior Housing Officer by email – Michelle.Thompson@southderbyshire.gov.uk or telephone 07736 480069.

Please ensure your completed application is returned no later than 12 noon on the Closing Date.

Previous Applicants in April 2024 need not apply.

Provisional Interview Date: 7 June 2024.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.