Allocations Officer Level 6
Allocations Officer Level 6
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02-04-2025
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Job Description
23 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
The Allocations Officer will provide expert advice and assistance on the Local Authority s Allocations Scheme and Nominations Agreement.
You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with housing legislation and regulation managing the allocations process and supporting the matching of properties to applicants in line with policy guidelines.
This role is pivotal in the smooth delivery of the housing allocation service ensuring that all decisions are made in accordance with the relevant frameworks.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Ensure all housing legislation and regulations are adhered to in the context of housing allocations.
Oversee the allocation process through to the matching of properties.
Make decisions on housing register applications determining the status of the application and band awards.
Crossreference housing applications with broader housing solutions services where necessary.
Allocate accommodation in line with the Housing Allocation Scheme including administering the direct matching process for vulnerable groups such as those with medical needs homeless cases and underoccupiers.
Coordinate the input of void and newbuild properties from Housing Associations.
Liaise with other departments and external organizations to ensure efficient housing allocations.
Skills/Experience:
Practical experience with housing management software such as NEC (Northgate) Civica and Jigsaw in the allocations/housing register context.
Strong understanding of housing legislation and allocation procedures.
Ability to work effectively with vulnerable groups and a range of housing applicants.
Excellent communication and decisionmaking skills.
Strong organizational and problemsolving abilities.
Additional Information:
The closing date: 07/04/2025 @15:00.
Hybrid position working in the office 3 days a week.
Practical experience with housing management software such as NEC (Northgate), Civica, and Jigsaw in the allocations/housing register context. Strong understanding of housing legislation and allocation procedures. Ability to work effectively with vulnerable groups and a range of housing applicants. Excellent communication and decision-making skills. Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
Employment Type
Full Time
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