6 months contract with local authority

• Perform operational duties to ensure efficient and effective enforcement activities, consistently achieving high levels of enforcement of relevant legislation.
  
• Maintain high standards of service delivery to residents, businesses, and other stakeholders, providing timely and professional responses and communications.
  
• Adhere to HR and other policies and procedures, attend training and briefing sessions, and maintain accurate records as required.
  
• Organize workload, time, and performance effectively to meet service requirements.
  
• Enter and maintain file records, case files, and computerized data recording systems in accordance with service instructions.
  
• Work independently or as part of a team as required.
  
• Collaborate with police, fire, council services, external partners, and other enforcement agencies to ensure effective multi-agency action in addressing various issues.
  
• Stay updated on relevant legislation and utilize appropriate enforcement and problem-solving approaches as directed.
  
• Investigate civil and/or criminal offenses in accordance with relevant legislation, including interviewing witnesses and obtaining evidence for legal proceedings.
  
• Prepare civil and criminal legal case files for legal proceedings and provide evidence in court or other legal hearings on behalf of the Council.
  
• Complete role-related training to stay current with legislation and obligations.
  
• Undertake emergency planning duties and act as a Local Authority Liaison Officer as needed.
  
• Conduct complex investigations and prepare files for prosecution, such as blue badge, trade waste, and waste carrier cases.
  
• Attend Ward, Councillor, and Community meetings to represent the service.
  
• Serve as an authorized 'competent officer' for statutory nuisance and provide out-of-hours night duty response.
  
• Collaborate with other council teams to address key areas of concern and support the Council's obligation to reduce crime and disorder.
  
• Undergo personal safety defense/conflict resolution training and maintain an acceptable level of fitness.
  
• Conduct dynamic risk assessments of scenarios and take appropriate actions to mitigate risk and maintain safety for self and others.
  

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and enforcement procedures
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  
• Attention to detail and record-keeping abilities
  
• Willingness to undergo training and maintain fitness for the role