Public Realm Enforcement Officer - Cambridge
We are looking for a confident, motivated and community‑focused Public Realm Enforcement Officer to join our Public Safety service. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will play a key part in protecting Cambridge’s streets, open spaces and neighbourhoods by preventing, investigating and enforcing against a wide range of environmental offences.
You will help keep our city clean, safe and welcoming for residents, businesses and visitors.
As a Public Realm Enforcement Officer, you will:
- Investigate, and enforce against environmental offences such as littering, fly tipping, waste issues, illegal advertising, defacement, and abandoned or nuisance vehicles.
- Carry out statutory duties for stray dogs, dog control and dog fouling, and enforce relevant City Council Byelaws, Orders and Public Spaces Protection Orders.
- Support multi‑agency responses relating to the travelling community and individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Act as the first point of contact for unauthorised encampments, completing welfare assessments and liaising with County Council departments.
- Deliver day‑to‑day operations of the Public Realm Enforcement Team, including some weekend and evening work.
- Ensure all actions comply with legislation and the Council’s Enforcement Policy, contributing to value‑for‑money outcomes.
About You
To assist us in delivering the team priorities we are looking for a highly motivated individual with:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle challenging situations professionally.
- Confident decision‑making, with the ability to assess situations quickly and take appropriate enforcement action.
- Ability to work independently, manage your own workload, and keep accurate records.
- Good knowledge of relevant legislation or willingness to learn (environmental crime, PSPOs, Byelaws, enforcement procedures).
- Experience or confidence in working with dogs and understanding basic dog behaviour.
- Ability to build effective relationships with residents, partners, and colleagues.
- Flexible and adaptable, able to work evenings/weekends when required and respond to emerging issues.
Experience in enforcement, environmental crime, dog control, or public‑facing roles is desirable but not essential if you can demonstrate the right attitude and transferable skills.
Why Join Us?
- Work in a role where your actions make a visible difference to the community.
- Be part of a supportive, experienced team dedicated to public safety.
- Access ongoing training, development and mentoring opportunities.
- Benefit from flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and a strong employee wellbeing offer.
The sucessful candidate will require A Full UK Driving Licence
The Sucessful Candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS
What we can offer :
- A variety of learning and development opportunities via a range of sources and methods
- Access to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) Scheme
- Agile and Flexible working
- Annual leave purchasing scheme
- Annually negotiated pay and award progression
- Confidential advice and support via an Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family friendly policies
- Flexible Bank Holidays
- Free swimming at CCC swimming pools
- Generous annual leave allowance 25 days’ per annum, rising to 30 days’ after five years continuous service; plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Gym Membership salary sacrifice scheme
- Home & Electronics salary sacrifice scheme
- Lifestyle Savings with over 750 discounts from the UK’s leading retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, attractions and more
- Professional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on role
- Relocation Assistance may be payable in approved cases
- Staff reward and recognition framework- including annual staff awards ceremony
- Subsidy for public transport
- Your Care dynamic wellbeing platform
Hours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday; Weekend and evening working on a rota with enforcement officers. Flexibility is required especially during the summer months)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £37,280 - £41,771per annum (City Pay Band 5), pro rata for part time.
Location: Mandela House, and other locations as required.
More Information:
You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits , Working for the Council , our Values & Behaviours , Equality & Diversity in Recruitment or Our People & Culture Strategy .
If you would like an informal chat, please contact Sarah Steggles on or email
Application Process:
To be considered for this role, please click ‘Apply Online’ and submit an application.
If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS ) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon ) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.
Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
