Environmental Health Officer – Craven

Job Description

Job Category: Environmental
Location: Craven Council, North Yorkshire County Council
Hours Per Week: 30.00
Start Date: Immediate Start
Start Time: 09:00
End Time: 17:30
Salary: £20.00

Private Sector Housing Officer
30 hours

Main Duties:
• To respond to complaints regarding property disrepair or poor housing conditions, undertaking inspections of private sector housing to assess potential hazards under the HHSRS and taking enforcement action against owners and landlords in line with legislation and the Council’s policy, as appropriate.
• To provide property owners, members of the public and businesses with general advice about the statutory requirements and guidance with regard to housing standards and management.
• To undertake the inspection of HMOs in relation to the Council’s licensing function, management regulations and to assess conditions in relation to the HHSRS.
• Prepare letters, notices and schedules of work necessary to bring properties up to current statutory and Council standards and take appropriate enforcement action to secure necessary improvements.
Investigate all incidences of illegal eviction and harassment and where necessary enforce the provisions of the Protection from Eviction Act 1977

Qualification & Training:
• Hold a Degree or Diploma qualification in Environmental Health. Desirable
• Full Clean Driver’s Licence

Experience & Knowledge:
At least 2 years’ experience working in Environmental Health/Housing (training or qualified)