Civil Enforcement Officer

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Our preferred method is online application however if you do require a hard copy application pack please contact Human Resources, Guildford Borough Council, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB. Telephone (01483) 444111 (24-hr). Alternatively e-mail sally.nielsen@guildford.gov.uk quoting the relevant post number. Please note that we do not accept CVs, please ensure that you complete the application form fully.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.

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We are looking to recruit two full time Civil Enforcement Officers.

This is a challenging and rewarding job if you enjoy working outdoors and dealing with the public. You will be part of a successful team, which holds the Customer Service Excellence Award.

You will be advising and assisting members of the public regarding the parking facilities and enforcing the parking restrictions.

You will need to patrol significant distances and be able to access confined spaces in between cars. You will be required to travel around Guildford and Waverley boroughs to enforce Traffic Regulation Orders.

This would be accomplished using the Council’s vans and scooters for which you must have a valid full driving licence to drive manual gear cars in the UK and successfully pass the Council's internal driving assessment. You must hold, or be willing to gain, a Compulsory Basic Training certificate to allow use of the Council’s mopeds / scooters. It is essential that you have a courteous, helpful, and confident manner and that you are an effective communicator.

A 37-hour week is worked including Saturdays and Bank Holidays working an early and late shift basis. At present Sunday is worked on a voluntary basis.

Full training will be provided.

A uniform is supplied, and shoe allowance paid.

A Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for the successful applicant prior to appointment.