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Job description

The post holder will work as part of a team undertaking Enforcement duties across the Borough, providing a high visibility patrol presence in relation to Dog Control, Litter Control and Anti-Social Behaviour and issuing Fixed Penalty Notices.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team undertaking Enforcement duties across the Borough, providing a high visibility patrol presence in relation to Dog Control, Litter Control and Anti-Social Behaviour and issuing Fixed Penalty Notices
• To seize, collect, impound, and transport stray and unwanted dogs
• To advise the Service Manager or the Head of Service on all relevant matters relating to the Borough

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• 5 GCSEs A-C (or equivalent)
• Experience of dealing with animals, including dogs, in a professional capacity to enable the safe impound and seizure and transportation of stray and/or dangerous dogs
• At least 6 months experience of enforcing relevant legislation to include detection and lawful disposal of offences
• At least two years’ experience of effectively dealing with the public by phone and in person
• Experience using MS Office, particularly Word
• A valid Category B driving licence
• Able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and Public/Bank Holidays as required
• A driving assessment by Council will form part of the selection process
• Consent to a basic Access NI check

Desirable Skills

• Relevant formal training e.g. enforcement, communication / de-escalation when dealing with the public in an enforcement role

Further Information

For full list of responsibilities, essential & desirable skills, please see Job Description/Personnel Specification on employer's website by following the Apply Direct button. Applications for this post will be channelled exclusively through Council’s GETGOT system. However, Council will consider requests for applications in hard copy and will provide alternative arrangements if possible. Local Government is committed to fair and equal treatment to all those seeking employment and in employment.