Code Enforcement Officer

Position Title: Code Enforcement Officer

Organization Unit: Code and Zoning

Reports to: Borough Manager

Status: Part-time

Hours: M-F, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Posting Period: Until position fill

Salary: $17/Hr - $19/Hr

Summary:

The purpose of this position is to inspect single and multi-family dwellings to ensure compliance with applicable Borough ordinances, codes, and regulations. An important part of this work is explaining legal requirements to owners and occupants and assisting them in understanding and voluntarily complying with the law.

Essential Functions:

1. Inspects dwelling units upon change of ownership or occupancy for compliance with city-established codes and ordinances;

2. Inspects residential structures and common-use areas of multi-family dwellings in accordance with established schedules to ensure that regulated standards of cleanliness, repair, and safety are maintained;

3. Responds to complaints regarding safety by investigating the complaint, explaining the violation to those responsible, and attempting to bring about compliance;

4. Issue citations for failure to comply with code requirements;

5. Recommends legal action to the Borough Manager when necessary to bring about compliance;

6. Attends and presents cases before the magistrate’s court for ordinance violations;

7. Prepares and maintains written reports and records of completed inspections;

8. Answers questions from residents, tenants, and landlords about compliance with codes;

9. Performs related work as required or requested by the Borough Manager; and

10. Other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

1. High School Diploma, and a willingness to continue training.

2. Further education in construction management, or similar, is a plus

3. Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with residents, staff, and other stakeholders.

4. Proven, effective communication skills and ability to take initiative and work independently with limited supervision.

5. Demonstrated skills in organizing resources and establishing priorities.

6. ICC/PA UCC certifications OR a background in construction with the intent to pursue certifications once hired. (Commercial certifications will be preferred over residential.)

7. Current, valid driver’s license and the ability to travel throughout the Borough as needed.

8. Ability to obtain Act 151, Act 134 and Act 114 clearances as required for residential inspections.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable Work requires physical strength, agility, endurance, dexterity, and hand-eye coordination to perform all essential duties including occasionally lifting objects (0-20 lbs.). Work requires sitting, standing, and walking for long periods of time and frequently kneeling, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and bending.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The outdoor work environment exposes the employee to hot, cold, and inclement weather, as well as dust, pollen, fumes, and noise. The indoor work environment may expose the employee, but not limited to foul smells, pet dander, bugs, and rodents. Work will take place both indoors and outdoors and may include exposure to inclement weather.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19