Code Enforcement Officer I/II

JOB
***The employee must be willing to work a flexible schedule: may work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and employee may need to work a flex shift or a cover shift.***

***Depending on qualifications, applicants may be considered for either the Code Enforcement Officer I or the Code Enforcement Officer II position.***

***DISCLAIMER: The City reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received. The City is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make all reasonable accommodations for the disabled to participate in employment programs and facilities. Women, minorities, and disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. The finalist must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.***

Please review the following common disqualifiers. If any items listed pertain to you, you will be automatically disqualified in the background investigation. You may, at this time, want to screen yourself and withdraw prior to starting the recruitment process.

• Any illegal use, sales, or possession of a drug classified as an opiate (heroin, opium, etc.) or PCP.
• Any use of cocaine, methamphetamine, hallucinogens (GHB, MDMA/ecstasy, ketamine, etc.) within five years of date of application.
• Any illegal use of anabolic steroids within three years of date of application.
• A pattern or history of irresponsibility as evidenced by debt collections, civil judgments, failure to pay, late payments, etc.
• Two or more at-fault traffic collisions within three years of the date of application.
• Conviction of a hit-and run offense.
• Any driver's license suspension within five years of date of application.
• Conviction of a felony crime.
• Conviction of any misdemeanor crime within five years of application.
• Any conviction as an adult, of any misdemeanor crime involving domestic violence, sexual-related offenses or crimes against children.
• Any conviction as an adult, of a theft or larceny crime.

The following may result in disqualification:

• Use of cocaine, methamphetamine, hallucinogens (GHB, MDMA/ecstasy, ketamine, etc.) previous to five years of application.
• Prior nitrous oxide use.
• Illegal use of anabolic steroids previous to three years of application.
• Illegal use of a hypodermic needle/ syringe.
• A bankruptcy within the past three years of date of application.
• More than one moving violation in the past 12 months, and/or three or more moving citations within the past three years, and/or five or more moving citations within the past five years of date of application.

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, learns to perform and performs inspections of residential, commercial and industrial properties, and transient businesses to determine compliance with applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances relating to maintenance of properties and structures and business licensing; initiates enforcement action and issues citations and notices; performs other related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Code Enforcement Officer IThe Code Enforcement Officer I is the entry-level class in the Code Enforcement Officer series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform the more routine and less complex assignments within an established procedural framework, where there are minimal consequences of error, including a wide variety of code, law, regulation, and ordinance enforcement. This classification is alternatively staffed with Code Enforcement Officer II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class. Code Enforcement Officer IIThe Code Enforcement Officer II is the journey level class in the Code Enforcement Officer series in which incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned code enforcement duties. Incumbents are responsible for performing the full range of inspection and code enforcement responsibilities involving codes and regulations in a broad range of areas, including zoning, building, housing, parking citations, vehicle abatement, health, and safety. The work requires independence and discretion in working with the public and in conducting field inspections, and involves a proactive implementation of applicable codes and regulations. This class is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Code Enforcement Officer and incumbents may advance to the next higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualification of the higher level class.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following) Learns to perform and performs the full array of residential, commercial and industrial properties, and transient businesses inspections; determines existence and type of code violation; compiles, analyzes, and evaluates findings of investigations and inspections; researches property ownership; coordinates with property owners or their representatives and other regulatory agencies to take corrective action; performs follow-up inspections and investigation as required; ensures compliance with all applicable municipal codes and regulations; issues citations for noncompliance; issues stop work orders and refer them to the proper department if necessary. Interprets, applies, and explains applicable municipal codes, zoning ordinances, building codes, vehicle codes, state housing, health and safety codes, and other related laws, codes, and regulations to the public, departmental staff, and other agencies; advises property owners on the requirements for compliance; explains processes and procedures for obtaining compliance or appropriate permits, including reinspection on applicable permits and notices until compliance in attained. Maintains clear, concise, and comprehensive records and reports related to enforcement activities; maintains daily log of contacts or inspections for code enforcement cases; enters and retrieves information from records systems. Photographs violations; gathers evidence and prepares cases for court proceedings; produces photographs and records of violations for evidence; files criminal complaints in court when necessary with supervisor’s approval. Monitors the City for illegal signs, trash, debris, graffiti and shopping carts and arranges for their removal; monitors lots for weed abatement and arranges for cleanup. Responds to questions and concerns from the public, departmental staff, and other agencies; provides information as appropriate and resolves service issues and complaints; cooperates with other agencies. Prepares a variety of reports and correspondence, including notices of violations and follow-up letters; attends various meetings and training seminars; responds to emergency situations as required. Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public. OTHER DUTIES: (include but are not limited to the following) May represent the City in court regarding noncompliance if required. Performs other related duties as required.SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED: Code Enforcement Officer IReceives immediate supervision from the Code Enforcement Supervisor and technical and functional supervision from a Code Enforcement Officer II. Incumbents in this class do not routinely exercise supervision. Code Enforcement Officer IIReceives general supervision from the Code Enforcement Supervisor. May exercise functional and technical supervision over Code Enforcement Officer I and other personnel.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: (The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position. The level and scope of the knowledge and abilities listed below vary between the Code Enforcement Officer I and II levels.)Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and methods used in the enforcement of a variety of codes, laws, regulations, permits, and ordinances, including housing and building codes, business license codes, fire codes, and health laws; methods and techniques used in enforcement and investigation; law enforcement procedures and administrative techniques; rules of evidence and court procedures; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices, and equipment; modern office equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling, and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices. Skill to: Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications. Ability to: Inspect and analyze a variety of buildings and properties and identify code violations; appropriately apply codes and regulations to varying situations; effectively deal with angry and non-cooperative people; keep up with constantly changing laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations; learn more complex principles, practices, techniques, and regulations pertaining to assigned duties; facilitate appropriate corrective action from property owners regarding violations; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; implement, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations; read, interpret, and record data accurately; organize, prioritize, and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.