Code Enforcement Officer

This position is responsible for on-site inspections of commercial and residential properties in the City including the investigation of potential violations and the enforcement of municipal codes, ordinances and regulations.

Associate’s degree or college coursework in planning and urban development or related field; one (1) to two (2) years of related experience; equivalent combination of education and experience.

·       Knowledge of general codes, ordinances, laws and regulations; 

·       Knowledge of safe and efficient work practices as they relate to code enforcement;

·       Knowledge of principles, practices, methods and techniques of code violation investigation and enforcement;

·       Knowledge of general City services and municipal organizational structure as they relate to code enforcement; 

·       Knowledge of City codes, ordinances, laws and regulations pertaining to code enforcement;

·       Ability to learn principles, practices, methods and techniques of code violation investigation and enforcement;

·       Ability to learn City codes, ordinances, laws and regulations pertaining to code enforcement; 

·       Ability to learn, interpret and apply State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations;

·       Ability to maintain and update records, logs and reports;

·       Ability to learn enforce pertinent codes, ordinances, laws and regulations with impartiality and efficiency;

·       Ability to learn respond to inquiries, complaints and requests for service in a fair, tactful and firm manner;

·       Ability to learn work independently in the absence of supervision;

·       Ability to learn operate and use modern office equipment including a computer;

·       Ability to learn communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;

·       Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Supervisory Controls: The Code Enforcement Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions.

Guidelines:  Guidelines include City codes, building codes, City personnel regulations and established practices.  These guidelines are clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

Complexity:  The work consists of related administrative and technical support tasks.  The variety of tasks and frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the work.

Scope and Effect:  The purpose of this position is to provide technical and administrative support to the department.  Successful performance helps ensure the efficient and effective operation of the department.

Personal Contacts:  Contacts are typically with residents, business owners, land owners, co-workers, department heads, other City employees, developers, engineers, architects, contractors, consultants, attorneys, real estate personnel, vendors, board members and the general public.

Purpose of Contacts:  Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems and provide services.

Physical Demands:  Although some of the work is performed sitting at a desk with intermittent standing, walking and stooping, most is done outside and requires bending, crouching, climbing ladders and frequently lifting light objects. This position also requires time spent sitting in an automobile in transit to inspection sites.

Work Environment:  Work is typically performed outdoors on construction sites where the employee is exposed to hot/cold/inclement weather, dust, dirt, construction machinery and noise. Work is also performed in an office setting.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility: None.

Salary : $43,000