Listing Summary

 

 

Marshal

 

  JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                                                                                              

 

This position is responsible for Code Enforcement. Marshal report directly to the City Manager. The Marshal represents the primary delivery system of Code Enforcement services for the citizens and businesses of the City of Manchester. This position is assigned to patrol within the city limits of the city and is primarily responsible for the prevention and suppression of ordinance violations. Code Enforcement provides the daily patrol coverage as required by the City Manager and this role description, and, when necessary, writes notices of violation(s) of city ordinances, and issues citations as appropriate.

• Enforce federal laws, state laws, and local ordinances.
• Works with property owners and business owners to remove blighted properties.
• Routinely travels city streets to locate code violations including overgrown lots and abandoned structures.
• Prepares reports and inspection records.
• Ensure compliance with state law and local ordinance in reference to alcohol sales.
• Ensure that Businesses are FOG compliant.
• Ensure that all businesses have obtained their occupational license each year.
• Investigate theft and tampering of city utilities.
• Investigate illegal dumping of sewage.
• Investigate animal control complaints.
• Investigate illegal dumping of garbage and litter.
• Ensure the security of any Public owned or operated building of the City of Manchester.
• Ensure the security of any event or meeting as requested by the City Manager
• Testifies in court as a witness regarding code violations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

  KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION                                                                                                                                                                              

 

• Knowledge of federal and state laws, local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of geography and boundaries of the City of Manchester.
• Knowledge of code compliance management and customer service.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and court procedures.
• Knowledge of investigatory techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of code violation prevention techniques.
• Knowledge of City Ordinances and departmental policies.
• Knowledge of the Georgia Association of Business Tax Officials Training
• Knowledge of the Georgia fats, oil, and grease Alliance Training.
• Skill in supervisory techniques.
• Skill in observing, collecting and preserving evidence.
• Skill in decision making.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in maintaining good public relations with the citizens of the City of Manchester.
• Skill in the proficient use of departmental specific software.
• Skill in the operation of city vehicles under normal conditions.
• Skill in basic computer operations.
• Skill in interpersonal communication.
• Skill in problem identification and problem solving.

  SUPERVISORY CONTROLS                                                                                                                                                                              

 

The City Manager assigns the Marshal work in terms of general instructions. The work is reviewed for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the results.

 

 

  GUIDELINES                                                                                                                                                                              

 

Guidelines include federal and state laws, the Manchester Code of Ordinances, departmental policies and procedures, the City of Manchester Policy Handbook, and court decisions. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require interpretation in application.

  COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK                                                                                                                                                                              

 

• The work consists of varied administrative, supervisory and technical duties.
• The variety of emergency situations and frequently changing laws contribute to the complexity of the work-related duties.
• This position consists of being able to relate to the public the position of the city as it relates to the city ordinance and ensure that they are complying. This is done in a variety of ways including verbal conversation, written notices of violations, and issuing of citations.

 

  CONTACTS                                                                                                                                                                              

 

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, the public, other public safety and law enforcement personnel, health service and support workers, business and community members, and representatives of the court system, property owners, homeowners and builders.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, motivate personnel, and provide services.
• Contacts are also with the City Solicitor, the City Attorney, other department personnel, other agencies, and private contractors.

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT                                                                                                                                                                              

 

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects and distinguishes between shades of color.
• The work is typically performed while driving a vehicle, inspecting properties, or outdoors, and is often required to be performed in inclement weather conditions. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, and grease.
• The employee must lift light and heavy objects, use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and be able to distinguish between shades of color.
• Work requires the use of protective clothing and devices.

 

•   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                                                                            

 

• Knowledge and level of competency are commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Experience is usually associated with three to five years of experience or service.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Ability to pass a criminal background investigation and have and maintain an acceptable driving history.
• The ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.