What are the responsibilities and job description for the CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER position at City of Springdale, AR?
Department
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
Location
City of Springdale
Position Type
FT Employee
Salary
$37,860
Date
2025.02.06
Description
Job Summary
The incumbent is responsible to enforce city ordinances and codes specific to Neighborhood Services and passed by the City Council. These ordinances would include but are not limited to all environmental commercial and unsightly/unsanitary codes.
Job Posting
The City of Springdale is currently accepting applications for the position of CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER. Interested persons should submit an application to the Human Resources Department. This posting will remain open until job is filled.
The incumbent is responsible for enforcing city ordinances and codes specific to the Neighborhood Services Division and passed by the City Council. These ordinances would include; but are not limited to all environmental; commercial and unsightly/unsanitary codes.
Qualified applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED plus specialized training and/or additional college courses. Incumbent should be proficient with duties and responsibilities after 7 to 11 months on the job.
Starting Salary $37,860
Bi-lingual pay incentive available
To apply, you must submit a City of Springdale application at https://www.springdalear.gov/o/springdale/page/current-job-openings
The City of Springdale an EOE and drug free workplace.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide good customer service to both internal and external customers; maintain positive and effective working relationships with other City employees (especially members of their own team), and have regular and reliable attendance that is non-disruptive.
2. Investigate all complaints and calls for assistance within the City Limits of Springdale for overall cleanliness, adequate disposal of garbage and rubbish, high grass and weeds, and inoperative vehicles.
3. Do proactive inspections of properties in assigned ward.
4. Prepare forms and letters advising property owners and tenants of possible violations and time allowed for correcting deficiencies.
5. Utilize resources and programs such as parcel maps, utility companies, county data etc. to establish ownership, determine the “record owner” and mortgage holders of properties in violation within the city limits.
6. Enforce city codes and regulations pertaining to health, safety, welfare and issue computer-generated violations, warning notices and citations when necessary.
7. Collect and maintain detailed records to support findings.
8. Provide supporting documentation and testimony when necessary for arraignments and court appearances when violations are challenged.
9. Answer any and all questions that pertain to the specific ordinances that the Neighborhood Services Division enforces.
10. Enter all actions that are taken on valid complaints, unfounded complaints, citations issued, follow-ups on complaints, narratives on complaints, etc. into record keeping software.
11. Obtain permission from owners and tenants to enter property to inspect residential and commercial property and grounds to determine compliance with City ordinances and property maintenance codes.
12. Educate the public, frequently on-site during contacts, on the City’s ordinances, codes, specifications, and regulations while maintaining positive relationships.
13. Attend code enforcement school(s), seminars, and training as required.
14. Perform other duties as required or assigned.
SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES
None Indicated.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED plus specialized training and/or additional college courses. Incumbent should be proficient with duties and responsibilities after 7 to 11 months on the job.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must possess a valid Arkansas Driver's License.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Daily contact with utility companies, the general public, business owners, and property owners.
EMPLOYEE CONTACT
Regular contacts within the department and with other departments as needed.
USE OF MACHINES, EQUIPMENT AND/OR COMPUTERS
Must be proficient in the use of a personal computer, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook email software, Apple applications and software, AS400, telephone, copy machine, camera, vehicle, and cell phone.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to utilize both internal and external resources to obtain information and data necessary to carry out routine assignments and special projects. Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management and staff. Have a broad understanding of the numerous departments that work closely together and be able to direct residents to the appropriate department or division. Exercise independent judgement in determining the proper pathways and time frames to bring properties into compliance.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to manipulate objects; reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Exempt : No
Salary : $37,860
