The Anti-Social Behaviour Unit has a key role in the Council’s strategy to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour.
We have vacancies for Anti-Social Behaviour Officers in the Anti-Social Behaviour Unit to work directly with victims and perpetrators of nuisance and anti-social behaviour. You should have the skills to be able to undertake frontline investigative case work including evidence gathering within a multi-agency environment. The post holder will be expected to identify preventative and remedial actions, co-ordinate support to victims and witnesses and where appropriate prepare cases for enforcement action.
ASB Enforcement Officers are required to record accurate information producing comprehensive statements, collate relevant evidence and where necessary attend court hearings to present evidence. Additionally you should be able to carry out general administrative work, maintaining manual and electronic case files and update the units (computerised) database.
The post(s) may involve some out of hours work and will require an ability to work within challenging situations. Candidates should be able to work on their own initiative with strong communication skills and be an effective team member.
We offer various benefits including pension scheme, flexible working arrangements and up to 30 days annual leave entitlement.
We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds
Job information can be downloaded at www.leeds.gov.uk/jobs or alternatively, please contact the council’s recruitment service on 0113 224 3357
Closing date 5:00pm, 16th October 2008