Co-Ordinator (Housing), Pullar House, Perth

Job Description

Co-Ordinator (Housing) - PKC11372
£38,310 - £42,083
Pullar House, Perth

Perth & Kinross Council has one of the most developed private rented sector teams and the initiatives offered are nationally recognised. The housing service is also sector leading in its approach to homelessness.

This is a unique role in housing allowing the successful candidate an opportunity to apply their own creativity and flair to the delivery of services. This innovative approach to housing access has existed for over 15 years and whilst well developed, still offers opportunities to tailor services to suit both the needs of our customers and the needs of the market. It is important that the service continues to evolve and be relevant to ensure its success.

We are looking for an individual who will thrive in this environment and seek opportunities for engagement with the private rented sector and continue to create opportunities for access into Private Rented Housing. The teams key areas of responsibility are engaging with private landlords and letting agents to promote good property and management standards, offering support to landlords to achieve the repairing standard and working with colleagues in Landlord registration as appropriate, as well as organising Landlord forums, and other training events.

The team delivers initiatives including the Rent Bond Guarantee Scheme, PKC Lets and the Empty Homes Initiative. It is important that these initiatives are constantly evaluated and adapt to meet the demands of the sector.

The Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining strong working relationships with the Housing options team with a focus on homeless prevention and housing options solutions, and linking in with other housing teams to raise awareness and understanding of the Private rented sector, its challenges and the opportunities it presents to us. Development of landlord support services will also be relevant to continue to improve the quality of the private rented sector and support landlords to navigate the challenges of the ever changing legislative landscape.

Due to Perth & Kinross Council's unique approach to the PRS you can expect to be involved in feedback, research and consultation on national issues affecting the sector. You should be experienced and confident to do this amongst your peers. An interest in maintaining up to date knowledge on key issues and legislation will be vital to allow a valuable contribution.

We are looking for a skilled manager with the ability to manage and motivate a team. You should have experience of supporting a busy team working in a challenging and fast paced environment.

Please note that interviews are likely to take place on 29 and 30 May.

Requirements

This is a challenging role and the successful candidate should be a strong leader and be able to demonstrate the ability to motivate and lead the team.  You should be enthusiastic in your approach and able to use this to encourage others to achieve their potential.

We encourage this team to be dynamic, creative and innovative with a solution focused approach.   You should enjoy this style of working and understand how to successfully support a team to take this creative approach to their work.  As a manager you should be able to consider consequences and evaluate outcomes.

The role offers a unique opportunity to develop services without significant statutory constraints.  A good understanding of the relevant legislation will be required to ensure compliance.

Confidence in managing budgets, an understanding of how to successfully allocate resources and the ability to prioritise work are also important attributes.

The successful candidate will need to have a flexible approach and show confidence and ability to work creatively with other housing teams to problem solve complex and challenging situations, often where a response is time critical.  Excellent communication skills will be essential in ensuring that shared goals are achieved.

We are looking for an individual who has a good knowledge of housing, ideally with a specific interest in the Private Rented Sector and a passion for making a difference to others.  

The Individual

The successful candidate should hold a housing qualification, ideally related to letting and managing residential property in the private rented sector.

You must have a valid UK driving licence as this post requires you to travel to a variety of locations across Perth and Kinross. The successful candidate will be required to participate in the council’s out of hours standby rota as needed.

If you would like any more information regarding this vacancy please contact Jennifer Kent 01738 474540 or Martin Smith 01738 474548.

When applying for this post, please provide current contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees, one should be your present or most recent employer. However, if you are an existing employee of Perth & Kinross Council, you are only required to provide reference details for your current employer.

At PKC our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of the Perth and Kinross Offer. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about PKC and you could soon be joining our team!

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Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender.

What we can do for you

If you are successful in a role with Perth & Kinross Council, you will have access to a range of benefits to help your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

Perth & Kinross Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

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