Housing Officer

Connexus ,
Bishop's Castle, Shropshire

Overview

Job Description

One position is to cover Market Drayton area, the other position is to cover Cleobury Mortimer/ Herefordshire border area - please state which position you are interested in, in your application. Following a restructure of our Housing Teams, we have 2 exciting vacancies available. Reporting directly to the Housing Team Leader, the successful candidate will be passionate about delivering excellent housing management services, they will be a motivated self-starter who is looking for a rewarding, new challenge and passionate about creating communities where people choose to live. If this is you, then join us. You should have: * An understanding of housing law, policy and practices * Great interpersonal, communication and IT skills * Experience of tenancy management issues * Experience of dealing with anti social behaviour * Experience of managing rent accounts and taking legal action. * Experience of liaising with community groups and other bodies * A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use is essential In return we will offer: * Up to 30 days Annual Leave + Statutory Bank Holidays * Free Healthcare Plan * Generous Pension Scheme * Learning & Development and Apprenticeship opportunities Closing Date for applications: Midnight, Monday 29th June 2020 Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 30th June 2020 Interview Date: Week commencing 6th July 2020 Covid 19 - During the pandemic, we are still actively recruiting to vital positions within the organisation. Interviews will be conducted via WebEx, a video platform. You will be issued with ICT equipment, and offered a robust virtual induction. More information about whether this would be an office based or remote working position will be given at interview, as guidance changes. Connexus is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all our colleagues to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.