Community Action Team Leader in Huntingdon

Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people. Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making. HDC values Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising, all of which support our purpose of putting our customers first.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role where you will shape how environmental crime and community issues are tackled across the district, while leading a dedicated and purpose‑driven team.

• Lead and inspire a team of Community Action Officers, driving a proactive, intelligence‑led approach to environmental crime, anti‑social behaviour and wider community concerns.
• Take ownership of the service’s evolution, shaping prevention initiatives, enforcement strategies and awareness campaigns that genuinely improve residents’ quality of life.
• Oversee pest control services and coordinate responses to environmental crime, ensuring a consistent, effective and victim‑focused service.
• Collaborate closely with partners such as the police, housing providers and community groups, often leading complex cases and high‑profile issues.
• Provide tactical oversight, make decisions and ensure all activity is compliant with legislation while remaining proportionate and community‑focused.
• Manage competing priorities, maintain attention to detail and quality, and continuously improve service delivery.

About you

• Experienced professional with a strong background in environmental crime, enforcement or community safety.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate, develop and guide a team to deliver outstanding results.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and investigative practices, confident in applying them to achieve fair and effective outcomes.
• Capable of assessing risk, managing complex cases and making sound, defensible decisions.
• Excellent communicator, able to build trust with residents, partner agencies and senior stakeholders and to de‑escalate sensitive situations.
• Highly organised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality.
• Passion for public service and commitment to a victim‑focused approach, embodying values of collaboration, accountability, respect and innovation.

The role is 37 hours a week, with a flexible working policy. The post holder will require vetting/DBS prior to start of employment.

Benefits and working conditions

• Hybrid work model: remote work is enabled whilst allowing for in‑office collaboration, with an expectation of being in the office at least two days a week, though some positions may require a more consistent presence.
• We offer flexitime and support a work‑life balance to help you maintain a high standard of work in an employee‑led environment.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued and equality of opportunity is ensured.