Contract to start ASAP until 10-04-26 with a possible extension.

Responsibilities:

To work as a Senior Officer and implement the delivery of the Council's statutory licensing functions that are the responsibility of the Public Health and Housing Options.

To ensure that those services are provided in an efficient and effective manner and meet the requirements of the national requirements, guidelines and strategies through the development of operational practices.

All work to be carried out in accordance with the Council's agreed policies and practices, statutory obligations, service standards and quality criteria.

Support the formulation, implementation and delivery of service policies, service fees, objectives and work priorities to ensure that statutory obligations, targets and performance indicators are met.

To be directly involved, as necessary with the processing of applications for all Licence types under the responsibility of the Council.

To check and issue licenses, certificates and registrations in accordance with legislative requirements.

To investigate complaints in relation to both Licence holders and where a Licence or authorisation is required but has not been sought.

Carry out all required investigatory processes in accordance with PACE, RIPA and other relevant legislation.

Initiate prosecutions, prepare detailed prosecution files and attend relevant court proceedings, committees, hearings and meetings when required.

To work with internal and external partners to investigate and resolve complaints and issues as required.

To develop and maintain working relationships with partner organisations to support with service delivery as required, including but not limited to; other Local Authority Licensing service leads, Devon Highways, Devon and Cornwall Police, Home Office Immigration, Trading Standards, Fire Service, RSPCA, APHA, responsible authorities.

Processing appeals either by written representation or by representing the Licensing Authority at the Magistrates Court.

To represent the Licensing Authority at the Magistrates Court when applying for warrants under the relevant legislation.

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