Housing Counselor

**Job Title**:Housing Counselor
**PP-SRS-GRD**:S-1173-07
**Location**:RAF Lakenheath
**Vacancy Number**: 652855
**Open Date**:02 January 2025
**Close Date**:09 January 2025
**Work Hour Per Week**37.5
**Salary (Per Hour)**£13.27-£18.10

**Housing Management Assistant**- If you are a dedicated and skilled **Housing Counselor**with a passion for excellence, we invite you to join our team at the United States Air Force, 48th Civil EngineerSquadron, **RAF Lakenheath**

We are looking for someone with knowledge and experience in assisting individuals in all matters related to housing as well as cooperate with private developer, property owner, managers and letting agents.

**Why RAF Lakenheath**:
Located in the heart of Suffolk, RAF Lakenheath is home to the 48th Civil Engineer Squadron. This base is pivotal in maintaining international security and fostering strong alliances between the US and UK. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.

**Fantastic company benefits include**:

- **Competitive salary**:the starting salary for this position is **£25,876.50 per annum**
- **Holiday**: 25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays
- **Paid Sick Leave**
- **Pension Scheme**
- **Free On-Site Parking**
- **Employee extras such as**: Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions

**About the role**:
You will be responsible for advising, recommending and resolves difficult assignment and termination problems of a regulatory or procedural nature referred by lower-graded employees or as assigned by the supervisor. You will participate in resolving a variety of housing problems by assembling facts through interviews, monitoring complaints, and other housing actions and issues as well as perform presentations, conduct meetings, and conduct special studies or reviews. A valid **CAT B** driving license will be required for this position. Your hours of work will be **37.5 hours per week on a fixed schedule Mon-Fri 0800-1630**where start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with the organization’s flexible working policies.

For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit: Housing Management Series, 1173

**About you**:
**Qualification requirements**:

- Professional housing certification is desirable
- A valid **CAT B** driving license.

**Other significant facts about the role**:
You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft, and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential. You will be required to complete a **6-month** probationary period. Overtime may be required, and you may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. Position may be coded as mission essential.

**All successful applicants will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.**

This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

Application for Local National Direct Hire (LNDH) - Employment with United States Air Force (apps.mil)
- ** Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement **_

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,876.50-£35,295.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Performance bonus

**Benefits**:

- Bereavement leave
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 652855