Community Safety Enforcement Officer (Temporary) – Ebley Mill – Stroud
Reference: REQ0298Description: Temporary, fixed term contract for 2 years.As a local authority, we have a responsibility to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the public realm. The Crime and Disorder Act 1998 requires responsible authorities to work with the police and other agencies to reduce crime and disorder in the local area. As a Council, we have a range of powers we can use to tackle ASB in the public realm, which includes but not limited to the three types of ASB: personal, nuisance and environmental. Responsibilities:To support the delivery of proactive and reactive initiatives aimed at tackling nuisance, anti-social behaviour, crime and disorder across the district.To play a key role in reassuring communities, improving resident satisfaction and delivering effective enforcement and prevention activity in partnership with internal teams and external partner organisations.Work collaboratively Stroud District Community Safety Partnership and Community Safety Manager to identify and resolve complex community safety issues.Conduct investigations into fly-tipping across the Stroud District, including gathering, documenting, and presenting evidence to support enforcement actions.Requirements:Experience of working with communitiesExperience of working on project with partners.Ability to undertake the physical aspects of the role i.e. foot patrols, inspecting fly tips, moving equipment.Knowledge of fixed penalty notices and associated processes.To work in partnership with a variety of external stakeholder to support the delivery of the councils priority of safer and stronger communities.Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.This role is based at Ebley Mill (Council HQ) with potential for hybrid/flexible working.For more information about this role please email Damion.collins@stroud.gov.ukCLOSING DATE: 3rd August 2026INTERVIEW DATE: 13th August 2026In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm we provide a range of staff benefits. Please click here for more information: https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-of-working-for-us A local government reorganisation is planned for Gloucestershire, which may result in changes to structures and services. Potential changes are provisionally timetabled for April 2028. We are committed to supporting all employees through this transition and ensuring continuity of employment wherever possible. Joining us now means you’ll be part of shaping an exciting new chapter for local government. It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities. We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates and value the diverse lived experiences they bring. We recognise the wide range of cognitive strengths that contribute to delivering high-quality services.We are committed to ensuring that every applicant can participate fully and fairly in our recruitment process. To support this, we offer workplace adjustments at every stage. Please let us know if you have any additional requirements as we are here to help create a positive, inclusive, and equitable experience for all. Responsible recruitment practices for safeguarding are in place within the Council’s HR policies and processes. This is part of our commitment as a Council to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children. Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place. It’s green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, and unapologetically ambitious. To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website: Stroud District – The Natural PlaceRegion: Location: Ebley Mill – StroudSalary: *GBP*33,699 per annum (pay award pending)Package: Excellent pension scheme – Flexi Working Scheme – Hybrid working approach – Employee Wellbeing Offer – For more information please see the benefits section on our websiteContractual hours: 37Basis: Temporary…