Community Safety Officer

Basingstoke; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Community Safety Officer to manage cases related to antisocial behaviour. In this role, you'll work closely with various stakeholders and the local community to ensure a collaborative approach to safety. Ideal candidates will have experience in leadership and antisocial behaviour management, with strong communication skills. If you're proactive and dedicated to community safety, apply today!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multi-agency work and coordinating complex cases.
• Strong ability to lead meetings and collaborate with various stakeholders.
• Extensive knowledge of antisocial behaviour management and enforcement processes.
• Knowledge of antisocial behaviour tools and application of legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases related to antisocial behaviour and community safety.
• Ensure a collaborative, well-coordinated approach.
• Work closely with internal departments and partner organisations.

Skills

Multi-agency coordination

Leadership

Antisocial behaviour management

Legislation application

Interpersonal communication

Proactive and self-motivated

Job description

What you will do

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Community Safety Officer to join our welcoming and dedicated team. In this role, you will work closely with internal departments, partner organisations, and the local community to manage cases related to antisocial behaviour and community safety. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure a collaborative, well-coordinated approach that helps reduce antisocial behaviour and fosters a sense of safety and security for residents.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in multi-agency work and coordinating complex cases.
• Strong ability to lead meetings and collaborate with various stakeholders.
• Extensive knowledge of antisocial behaviour management and enforcement processes.
• Knowledge and experience of the use of antisocial behaviour tools and powers and application of legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, particularly when dealing with sensitive situations.
• A proactive, self-motivated individual who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

About Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council

Covering an area of over 245 square miles in northern Hampshire and within a short distance to London Waterloo and the south coast, Basingstoke and Deane offers a real blend of rural and urban living. With a population of 185,200 people, Basingstoke is a fast paced, vibrant, and modern town with many successful businesses, surrounded by pretty villages and set in the stunning Hampshire countryside.

We are extremely lucky to be in a position that few other councils are in, as we continue to deliver our key front-line services and are going a step further by investing a significant amount of money each year to improve these services for our residents. Residents tell us that Basingstoke and Deane is a great place live, work and visit. If you want to be part of it and are committed to ensuring safety of our communities, then we would love to hear from you!

For more information on the job specifics please see the ‘Person Specification’ and ‘Job Description’ provided. If you would prefer an informal discussion on this role please contact Debbie Mason, Community Safety Team Leader, on 01256 845510 or email [e-mail]

Please note that the Council Offices will be closed from 4.30pm on Wednesday 24 December and will reopen at 8.30am on Friday 2 January 2026.

Apply today!