Code Enforcement Officer I/II

Under general supervision, performs field inspections of properties to ensure compliance applicable zoning and nuisance codes, ordinances, and regulations; and perform various related technical duties.Qualified candidates should possess the ability to perform the following essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Enforces Town codes and ordinances such as zoning, nuisance lots and vehicles, sign, unsafe building, and minimum housing.
• Conducts site visits and inspections of properties within the Town Limits for violations and compliance with Town ordinances; takes pictures, and posts properties for Town agenda cases.
• Works with contractors for requesting bids for demolition and cleanup of properties.
• Provides enforcement of temporary sign removal
• Performs extensive property ownership searches.
• Provide code enforcement monthly activity reports.
• Writes notices of violations on structures and properties inspected. Documents efforts to bring property owners into compliance with ordinances, codes, laws, and regulations.
• Prepares a variety of letters, records, and files. Maintains accurate case files.
• Compiles information for properties to be presented to Commissioners for demolition.
• Supports the relationship between the Town of Hope Mills and the general public by demonstrating and advocating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors, the public, Town staff, and other agencies.
• Attends neighborhood association meetings and makes presentations as needed.
• Explains applicable ordinances to citizens, property owners, tenants, and other necessary parties.
• Assists with the preparation of pamphlets, door hangers, placards, and other communications as needed.
• Performs other related tasks as required.

Minimum Education and/or Experience:
Entry Level

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Pre-qualify for Probationary Level I Certificate for Building at the time of hire and obtain Standard Building Level I Certificate within 3 years.
• Obtain Certified Zoning Official (CZO) certification within 5 years of employment with the Town. 

Intermediate
Completion of Entry Level qualifications AND

• 5 years of code enforcement experience; OR 

• Obtain Standard Building Level II Certificate.
• Pre-qualify for Probationary Level I Certificate in at least one other trade.

Other Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and procedures of code enforcement as it relates to minimum housing, public nuisances, and junk motor vehicles.
• General knowledge of building construction. 
• Knowledge of terminology and related professional languages used within the department relating to work responsibilities Ability to independently conduct complex inspections for compliance with standards/codes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with citizens, staff, local jurisdictions, regulatory board members, etc.
• Ability to communicate concisely and effectively using various forms of communications including the production of clear and concise inspection reports.
• Ability to conduct training as necessary to various parties.
• Ability to manage caseloads and maintain sensitive timelines. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must possess and maintain a valid, current North Carolina driver's license.

ADA & Physical Requirements: 
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those expected in the day-to-day routine of this position, and that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. On a case-by-case basis, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: 

• Employees are subject to hazards associated with indoor and outdoor environments to include working in excessive heat and cold; work requires exposure to unsanitary, unsafe and deplorable housing conditions, vermin infestation and loose animals; harmful acts from others are always possible. Employees may be exposed to collapsing floors and roof, broken glass, raw sewage, traffic hazards, and potholes.
• Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computers, telephone, tax, phone system and digital camera; must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work and usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree; must be able to communicate via a telephone, and possess visual acuity to operate a computer, read maps and make visual inspections; must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, walking, hearing, kneeling, reaching, feeling, grasping, pushing, pulling, bending, climbing, crawling, use of fingers, and performing repetitive motions.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action: 
The Town of Hope Mills is dedicated to equality of opportunity. Accordingly, we do not practice or condone discrimination, in any form, against employees or applicants on the grounds of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, political affiliation or mental or physical abilities except where physical or mental abilities, sex, or age are legitimate occupational qualifications. We are subject to, and comply with, the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Salary : $48,401 - $53,781