Housing Officer

Posted 30 March 2023
Salary Negotiable based on experience
LocationHertfordshire
Job type Temporary
Discipline Social Housing Recruitment
Reference42492
Contact NameCaitlin MacNamee

Job description

Our client, a housing association based in Hertfordshire, is currently recruiting for three Housing Officers on an initial three month temporary contract. The Association aims to use support and funding to make a real difference working with their tenants to improve homes, offer high-quality services and inspire communities.

They are looking for experienced Officers who can start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Providing an all-round tenancy management service to a patch of around 700 mixed-tenure properties

  • Carrying out sign ups, successions and mutual exchanges

  • Managing void properties and aiming to re-fill them as quickly as possible

  • Managing low level ASB cases such as fly tipping, noise complaints and neighbourhood disputes

  • Advising customers on welfare and benefit entitlements

Experience required:

  • Basic DBS taken out within the last three years

  • Driving license and access to own vehicle

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Strong communication skills to develop relationships within the community

  • Excellent negotiation and influencing skills

Rewards and Benefits:

  • Flexible working hours

  • 50/50 hybrid role

Working hours:

  • 37 hours per week

  • Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm (flexible)

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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