Back to Job Search
New

Community Safety Officer

Job Description

Job Title: Community Safety Officer

Location: Exeter EX1

Contract: Temp

Hours: Full Time

Salary: 18.89 LTD p/h.

Role Summary:

We are currently recruiting for a Community Safety Officer to join our client. The role involves investigating and responding to complaints and incidents of anti-social behaviour, environmental crime, stray dogs, and unauthorised encampments, while supporting victims and complainants. You will play a key role in coordinating multi-agency responses and developing preventative measures to improve community safety.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Investigate complaints of anti-social behaviour and environmental crime from initial referral to resolution.
  • Provide advice and support to complainants, witnesses, and perpetrators, using informal resolution methods such as mediation or legal action when necessary.
  • Conduct routine patrols, ensuring a visible presence in the community to proactively address concerns.
  • Work in partnership with police, youth offending teams, housing associations, probation services, and other agencies to develop effective responses.
  • Gather and provide evidence for legal proceedings, including taking witness statements, interviewing under caution, and attending court.
  • Issue Fixed Penalty Notices where necessary.
  • Support the Community Safety Partnership by coordinating information for the Anti-Social Behaviour Action Team (ASBAT).
  • Promote good relationships with local businesses, social landlords, voluntary organisations, and residents to enhance community safety.

Requirements:

  • Relevant degree or equivalent qualification and experience in Anti-Social Behaviour.
  • Experience in investigating anti-social behaviour complaints and working with partner agencies.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to prioritise cases and work effectively under pressure.
  • Experience of legal enforcement procedures, including serving notices and prosecution.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Full clean driving licence and willingness to work a shift pattern.
  • Must meet police vetting requirements.

If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration.

For further information, please contact George at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or email George.Westhead@servicecare.org.uk.