What are the responsibilities and job description for the Code Compliance Officer position at Coweta, City of (OK)?
JOB
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Deputy Police Chief, performs a variety of routine and complex administrative, regulatory and technical work related to municipal code enforcement and compliance. The Code Compliance Officer manages and administers the City’s code compliance program, including facilitation of the abatement of public nuisances approved by the City Council. The position is also responsible for monitoring compliance with other City codes, regulations, and ordinances.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Job FunctionsAn employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties: Respond to citizen complaints pertaining to nuisances such as inoperable cars, trash in yards, excessive noise, etc., investigating and carrying through with abatement procedures.Investigate, initiate, and administer nuisance abatement procedures.Investigate and resolve non-conforming land uses and zoning violations of other City codes and ordinances.Enforce liquor business licenses and work with the County Health Department for Health/Safety violations.Meet with owners, tenants, contractors and developers to review code requirements and potential violations. Undertake ongoing field investigations to reactively and proactively maintain compliance with City ordinances including applicable land use regulations.Prepare and maintain detailed electronic records and statistics related to all enforcement activities.Represent the City in public hearings, administrative hearings or court actions involving code enforcement and compliance activities.Investigate and resolve complex code enforcement issues.Assist the public as needed (i.e. phone and walk-in inquiries).Typical daily routine office procedures include effective filing, development and maintenance of accurate record keeping techniques, and the ability to administer large amounts of information.Perform related tasks as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Essential Functions, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for EmploymentAn employee in this position must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon application: KnowledgeCity ordinances and codes relating to land use, public nuisances, advertising signage, and development standards and regulations.Applicable statutes, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to all types of municipal code enforcement and compliance.Skills Handle stress effectively without it interfering with performance.Organize, set priorities, and exercise sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility.Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to effectively deal with angry or difficult citizens.AbilitiesPerform independent investigations of assigned cases and issues and coordinating with other City Departments and outside agencies as necessary.Draft concise and clearly written letters, memorandums, and other similar communication documents.Prioritize assignments, monitor and meet deadlines, and issue citations as may be warranted.Document case investigations using accurate written and photographic records so as to be legally defensible in abatement proceedings.Explain regulations to the public in a courteous and tactful manner.Read maps, site plans, and similar drawings accurately.This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and/or the requirements of the job change. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Deputy Police Chief, performs a variety of routine and complex administrative, regulatory and technical work related to municipal code enforcement and compliance. The Code Compliance Officer manages and administers the City’s code compliance program, including facilitation of the abatement of public nuisances approved by the City Council. The position is also responsible for monitoring compliance with other City codes, regulations, and ordinances.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Job FunctionsAn employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties: Respond to citizen complaints pertaining to nuisances such as inoperable cars, trash in yards, excessive noise, etc., investigating and carrying through with abatement procedures.Investigate, initiate, and administer nuisance abatement procedures.Investigate and resolve non-conforming land uses and zoning violations of other City codes and ordinances.Enforce liquor business licenses and work with the County Health Department for Health/Safety violations.Meet with owners, tenants, contractors and developers to review code requirements and potential violations. Undertake ongoing field investigations to reactively and proactively maintain compliance with City ordinances including applicable land use regulations.Prepare and maintain detailed electronic records and statistics related to all enforcement activities.Represent the City in public hearings, administrative hearings or court actions involving code enforcement and compliance activities.Investigate and resolve complex code enforcement issues.Assist the public as needed (i.e. phone and walk-in inquiries).Typical daily routine office procedures include effective filing, development and maintenance of accurate record keeping techniques, and the ability to administer large amounts of information.Perform related tasks as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Essential Functions, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for EmploymentAn employee in this position must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon application: KnowledgeCity ordinances and codes relating to land use, public nuisances, advertising signage, and development standards and regulations.Applicable statutes, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to all types of municipal code enforcement and compliance.Skills Handle stress effectively without it interfering with performance.Organize, set priorities, and exercise sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility.Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to effectively deal with angry or difficult citizens.AbilitiesPerform independent investigations of assigned cases and issues and coordinating with other City Departments and outside agencies as necessary.Draft concise and clearly written letters, memorandums, and other similar communication documents.Prioritize assignments, monitor and meet deadlines, and issue citations as may be warranted.Document case investigations using accurate written and photographic records so as to be legally defensible in abatement proceedings.Explain regulations to the public in a courteous and tactful manner.Read maps, site plans, and similar drawings accurately.This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and/or the requirements of the job change. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
