Code Enforcement Officer

Job Description Duties Include:Conducts field investigations and property inspections to uncover violations of nuisance, zoning, junk and debris, abandoned/inoperative vehicles, housing and related ordinances.Performs investigations for possible violations; photographs evidence; contacts responsible persons, landlords or tenants and performs follow-up investigations to ensure that remedial action has been taken; develops and maintains accurate files.Presents a variety of information and statistics in the form of written, graphic, or oral reports for use by elected and appointed officials, special committees, or community organizations involved in code enforcement matters.Responds to public inquiries and public nuisance abatement complaints and answers questions related to City code enforcement activities by researching, interpreting and explaining policies and regulations; analyzes, recommends and communicates appropriate solutions to problems; addresses complaints and schedules site visitsDeals effectively, courteously and productively with angry and upset residents.Maintains integrity of work by taking responsibility and accountability for completion of work, customer interactions, and by maintaining punctuality and attendance at work.Code enforcement officers need to have a broad knowledge of codes and inspection procedures and be able to exercise independent judgment. They also need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to deal with people in an emotional or angry stateMust have a valid drivers license and car.Customer serviceAnswer phonesInput and retrieve a variety of information using a computer terminalMaintain files and records related to citations and violations Prepare a variety of written reports, memoranda and correspondencePerform other related duties as assignedBackground in code enforcement and or constructionGood work ethicsDetailed orientedIssue building permitsConstruction InspectionsCoordinate with other municipal departmentsReview building permit applications and plans Ensure application packages are completeProvide detailed daily log of duties performed for accounting departmentBasic computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft 365 a plus