Community and Environmental Protection Officer
WYRE FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL, Aggborough, Wyre Forest
Community and Environmental Protection Officer
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WYRE FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL, Aggborough, Wyre Forest
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
, 7 Nov | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 1f6ca7871dd244e9acf54917b4556285
Full Job Description
- Flexible approach to working hours, able to work outside normal office hours if necessary, including a requirement to be available for evening meetings
- It is desirable that the post holder provides an appropriate means of transport for use in connection with the duties of this post
- Any 4 & 5 day working patterns apply from any 7 days
- Special working arrangements for Bank Holidays and Christmas working applies
Previous experience is desirable. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and resilience would be core competencies held by the successful candidate. The post holder will provide a specialist environmental protection function for all aspects of the District Councils interest, geographical area and key assets. This includes the management and execution of all key legislative processes in reference to environmental enforcement. With a strong investigative skills and knowledge of all relevant UK environmental legislation, you will be able to to effectively conduct enforcement procedures under the Council's protocol for Environmental Protection. Previous experience of working in partnership other teams and external agencies as well as dealing with the management of difficult or sensitive situations, with excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to deal with the public in a confident and positive manner, dealing with enquiries, deescalating as appropriate. Experience working within UK environmental legislation, of carrying out and documenting investigations, including conducting interviews under the current Police and Criminal Evidence Act, would be desirable. With previous administration experience, particularly the maintaining of accurate records and the collation/interpretation of data you will contribute towards the successful outcome of enforcement cases. - We are working together
- We are fair
- We are dependable
- We put communities first Our Priorities: Our priorities represent what we want to achieve for the social, economic and environmental well-being of the district, they are:
- Economic growth and regeneration
- Securing financial sustainability for services the local communities value
- A clean, safe and green place to live, work and visit
Whatever your role within Wyre Forest District Council, every day you will be working to benefit people living in the area. The District is a mix of urban rural, market and riverside town communities covering 195 square kilometres. The three main towns of Kidderminster, Bewdley and Stourport-on-Severn and several surrounding villages including Arley, Rock, Chaddesley Corbett and Wolverley make up the district. Over 100,000 people live here and you can help shape our district's future as part of our circa 350 strong workforce that strives to make a difference in making sure the services we offer meet the aspirations and needs of our local community., To find out more about Wyre Forest District Council, or the area we serve please visit our website at www.wyreforestdc.gov.uk, 'Like' us on Facebook www.facebook.com/WyreForest/ or follow us on Twitter @WyreForestDC. We've implemented a new system from Monday 4th March which will improve your candidate experience!
We value our employees and aim to create a positive, progressive and open work culture that supports everyone to thrive. We believe in rewarding employees and working for us has some great benefits. We focus on supporting your physical, financial and emotional wellbeing. You can expect to enjoy a range of learning and development opportunities designed to enhance you in your role. Our excellent benefits also include a competitive salary and pension scheme, favourable holiday entitlements and flexible working options. We are dedicated to enabling each individual to be the best that they can be, and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We are a Disability Confident Employer and hold the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Bronze award. If you have ambition for yourself and this district, thrive on challenges and getting results, share our values and strive to make others feel valued, then we want to hear from you., Our vision is underpinned by the following values which lie at the heart of everything we do: