Zoning and Code Enforcement Intern

Salary : $17.67 - $22.04 Hourly

Location : Fridley, MN

Job Type : Intern

Job Number : 25003

Department : Community Development

Opening Date : 01 / 16 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 6 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

POSITION OBJECTIVE

To conduct field inspections for the purpose of detecting and correcting general property ordinance and zoning violations as well as to monitor and document violation information.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform daily drive-by and field inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial properties to determine compliance with zoning and land development requirements; property maintenance; and to assure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, regulations and statutes.
• Research and gather background information regarding enforcement and other related activities involving properties.
• Prepare for inspections, schedule appointments where appropriate, and coordinate inspections with department staff.
• Document, record, and photograph properties during inspections to capture accurate information and evidence.
• Accurately enter data and maintain information in the City's computerized database systems.
• Tabulate results, analyze results, prints reports and negotiate reasonable extensions on non-complying issues and / or follow up.
• Prepare and send out notices of violations using form letters and / or general correspondence in conjunction with the City's computerized database and established department procedures and timetables.
• Issue notices of violations and work with City's legal counsel to issue citations in accordance with City Code and established departmental procedures.
• Perform general customer service functions and serves as a resource to provide information on City regulations to property owners, residents, business, the general public and other City departments and divisions.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the public (walk-in customers, through e-mail or over the phone).
• Investigate and respond to complaints as needed and report information and concerns back to Community Development staff or supervisors.
• Assist department staff in coordinating abatements for unresolved cases.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation necessary to litigate unresolved cases.
• Researches, writes, and prepares information for reports and a variety of promotional materials such as the City newsletter, website, brochures, etc.
• Prepare and make public presentations as needed, which may include City Council presentations, community events, cable television shows, and on-camera interviews.
• Attends and contributes to regular staff meetings.
• Safely operates assigned city vehicles and computer equipment.
• Work effectively with the general public, staff members and outside agencies.
• Assist Planning Manager and Planners with special projects, which may include land use research and reports, as well as grant applications and management.
• Testify in court on violation cases if needed.
• Provide department counter and phone backup during breaks and lunches and other duties as assigned.
• Assist in organizing and scanning department records.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

EEO / ADAAA The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, or sexual orientation

Have you served in a customer service role?

If yes, please explain.

Are you able to operate technology, mobile devices, and applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) efficiently in the office or in the field?

Have you completed at least two (2) years of secondary education or certificate education in urban planning, public administration, community development, housing inspections, criminal justice or a related field?

Have you recived any academic awards or recognitions of achievment during your secondary or post-secondary education?

If yes, please explain.

Please describe any experience you have in code enforcement, zoning or community development.

Required Question

Salary : $18 - $22