Listing Summary

Code Enforcement Officer I/II

 

Reports To:        Code Enforcement Manager/ Code Enforcement Supervisor 

Supervises:        None

Department:     Community Development

Salary:                Min. $54,678.24            Max. $61,000.00       

                    

Overview:

The Code Enforcement Officer performs a variety of technical duties necessary to execute the requirements of the City’s code enforcement programs.  Employees in this class work under close supervision and with other City departments to monitor and enforce zoning, building, property maintenance, noise, abandoned vehicle and other codes and ordinances designed to protect the health, safety and welfare of the residents, and the general quality of life. The employee serves as a resource and provides information on City regulations to property owners, residents, businesses, and the general public, along with other City departments and divisions. Employee may, with adequate training, satisfactory performance evaluations, competency in executing the routine job duties, master the skills necessary to advance to the next higher-level class.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

• Enforces City codes and ordinances pertaining to zoning and housing
• Primarily inspects the common areas of multi-family housing complexes
• Schedules and performs systematic property maintenance inspections to maintain or achieve minimum property standards; attends neighborhood meetings to discuss and educate citizens about City codes
• Responds to citizen concerns and complaints and City Council requests
• Prepares records and reports pertaining to abatements, court actions, daily activities, enforcement actions and inspections
• Compiles documentation for and issues summonses with approval of supervisor
• Testifies in municipal court; performs additional duties as assigned
• Collaborates with other departments to complete tasks
• Performs other duties as required

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Code Officer I - Six months experience in enforcement related work including investigating allegations, conducting research and resolving complaints, concerns or conflicts
• Code Officer II - Two (2) years’ experience in code enforcement related work including: conducting investigations; conducting research; and resolving complaints, concerns, or conflicts. An equivalent combination of training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered
• An equivalent combination of training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered
• Obtain certification as Property and Housing Inspector from ICC within 18 months
• Georgia Association of Code Enforcement Level I Certification within 18 months
• Experience and knowledge of investigative principles, practices and due process

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Code Officer I

• Associates degree in Fire Technology, Environmental Studies, Law Enforcement, Construction Technology, Public Administration or closely related field preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Public Administration or other related major of study
• Two (2) years of experience in the code enforcement field
• Knowledge of general construction practices, procedures and requirements; and dispute resolution techniques and methods
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, citizens and elected officials
• Handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; make presentations
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain City Codes and site plans, maps and work plans
• ICC Certification as Property and Housing Inspector
• Georgia Association of Code Enforcement Level I Certification
• Level 1B Soil and Erosion Certification

 

Code Officer II

• Associates degree in Fire Technology, Environmental Studies, Law Enforcement, Construction Technology, Public Administration or closely related field preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Public Administration or other related major of study
• Five (5) years of experience in the code enforcement field
• Knowledge of general construction practices, procedures and requirements; and dispute resolution techniques and methods
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, citizens and elected officials
• Handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; make presentations
• Knowledge of general construction practices, procedures, and requirements; and dispute resolution techniques and methods
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, citizens, and elected officials
• Ability to handle sensitive or stressful situations with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and make presentations
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain City codes and site plans, maps, and work plans
• Certification as Level 1B Soil and Erosion Inspector obtained in 18 months
• Georgia Association of Code Enforcement Level II Certification obtained in 18 months
• Complete continuing education courses under the International Code Council