Environmental Health Officer - Private Sector HousingJob Type: Temporary, Part Time Location: Hove Town Hall, BN3 3BQ Hours: 15-21 hours per week Hourly Rate: 30.40 Start Date: Monday, 21 July 2025 End Date: Tuesday, 31 March 2026 DBS Requirement: Standard DBS Check About the RoleWe are seeking a proactive and experienced Environmental Health Officer to join our Private Sector Housing team on a temporary basis. This role focuses on improving housing conditions and ensuring a safe, healthy environment for residents through inspections, enforcement, and collaborative work. Principal AccountabilitiesConduct inspections and investigations of housing conditions, including HMO licensing applications.Undertake proactive surveys and risk assessments to improve property standards.Draft and serve statutory notices under relevant housing legislation.Manage works in default, including supervision, certification, and payment recommendations.Support student training and sign off Environmental Health Officer logbooks.Prepare legal cases, take statements, and provide expert witness testimony as required.Lead or contribute to project work (e.g. landlord accreditation, EPCs, empty homes).Maintain accurate records using IT systems and ensure compliance with administrative procedures.Stay up to date with legal and technical developments and maintain CPD (if CIEH member).Represent the service in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.Deputise for the Senior Environmental Health Officer ..... full job details .....