Grants Officer

To undertake initial grant surveys to determine eligibility for grant and completed Property Condition Schedule, which will comprehensively identify repairs/improvement, required.

? To advise members of the public on all aspects of the grants system.

? To prepare schedules of work, plans/drawings and obtain estimates.

? To prepare and submit the formal grant application for assessment including all estimates and other plans and documentation.

? To undertake assessment of format grant applications including all estimates and other plans and documentation.

? To prepare and submit applications for Building Control and Planning permission and any other necessary approval as required.

? To carry out supervision of work throughout process including the submission of all claims for interim and final payments.

? To promote the Grants Agency Service and to identify suitable Block Repair Schemes.

? To develop Block Repair Schemes and provide a comprehensive agency service to applicants.

? To carry out inspections relating to applications for loans from the Council where required.

? To process grant applications from initial site survey through interim payments to final payment and at all times to act on behalf of the Principal Housing Renewal and Grants Officer.

? To maintain all grant management information systems including Flare to enable regular reports on all elements of the area housing service as directed.

? To assist the Principal Housing Renewal and Grants Officer in the reviewing and developing of all relevant grant management policies and procedures.

? Ensure compliance with the Councils Financial Regulations, Standing Orders, Policies and Procedures

? To implement the principles of the Councils Equal Opportunity Policy whilst carrying out the above duties

? To adhere to Health and Safety legislation/relevant Council policies and procedures and to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be adversely affected by your acts/ omissions. In addition, you will undertake any duties with regards to fire safety evacuation commensurate with your role.

? To implement the principles of the Council's Environment Policy while carrying out the above duties.

Experience

2 years post qualification experience of building construction or relating area Office administration

Knowledge

Knowledge and experience of relevant service area delivery to the public

Knowledge of the Housing grants function and associated private sector housing. Compilation of costed schedule of works.

Skills and aptitudes

Ability to work directly with the public

Good analytical and all-round communication skills

Keep concise records

Ability to work as part of a team and under instruction

Ability to work on own initiative when required

Good customer skills

Full driving licence