Code Compliance Officer

DeKalb County Government; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County Government seeks a position within the regulatory compliance division to enforce zoning, sign codes, property maintenance, building codes, business licenses, noise enforcement and historic preservation.

The role is safety-sensitive with random drug testing as per County policy, and entails reviewing complaints, conducting inspections, and preparing evidence for court proceedings and reports.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of customer service experience required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Within two years, completion of Level I GACE certification or ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification.

Responsibilities

• Responds to citizen complaints; inspects locations for violations, gathers evidence, issues warnings and summonses.
• Addresses illegal signage; educates businesses on sign regulations; facilitates sign disposal.
• Attends court hearings; processes evidence; prepares testimony materials.
• Performs property inspections; inspects multi-family dwellings; coordinates with local law enforcement.
• Conducts community meetings; educates public on code compliance and safety; supports volunteer efforts.
• Manages department documentation and records, including complaints, licenses, and reports.

Skills

Customer service

Education

Associate’s degree in Construction Technology, Engineering, Architecture or related field

Job description

Job Description

Salary Grade: 13, $21.39 - $34.44 FLSA Nonexempt

Salary Grade: 13, $21.39 - $34.44 FLSA Nonexempt

The purpose of this classification is to ensure compliance with County regulations including zoning, signs, property maintenance, building codes, business licenses, noise complaints, and historical preservation.

This classification is safety-sensitive, subject to random drug testing in accordance with the County’s Drug & Alcohol Policy.

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Responds to citizen’s complaints; inspects locations for violations; gathers and investigates evidence; and issues warning notices and court summonses.
• Addresses illegal signage; removes illegal signs; issues citations; educates businesses regarding sign regulations; and facilitates sign disposal.
• Attends court hearings; performs re-inspection of properties; processes photographic evidence; and prepares evidence for testimony.
• Performs property inspections; inspects multi-family dwellings and businesses for compliance; issues court summonses and citations; prepares action reports; and coordinates operations with local law enforcement.
• Conducts community meetings; coordinates and attends meetings to educate the public about code compliance and safety; and participates in volunteer efforts to improve the community.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation, including citizen complaints, citations, and business licenses; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including photographic evidence of violations, court summonses, and action reports; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Construction Technology, Engineering, Architecture or a related field required; two years of customer service experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certificate Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license and requires completion of Level I GACE certification or ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification within two years.