CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER

City of Douglasville; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Douglasville is seeking a Code Compliance Officer in Douglasville, GA. The role performs on-site inspections of commercial and residential properties, investigates potential violations, and enforces municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations.

Essential duties include conducting inspections, issuing notices or citations, maintaining detailed records, coordinating with other departments, and educating the public on code compliance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of inspections or code enforcement experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Requires Code Enforcement Certification.
• Requires a Valid Georgia Driver’s License (Class C) and a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Knowledge of general codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Investigates complaints of violation of City code, appropriate zoning ordinances, sign regulation and related laws; issues notices and citations; conducts follow-up investigations to ensure compliance.
• Patrols and monitors assigned area including demolition, new construction, renovation, housing violations and basic inspections.
• Engages with owners, tenants, contractors, developers, and businesses to review code requirements and secure compliance.
• Prepares written inspection reports and maintains records of inspections and enforcement actions.
• Responds to inquiries from the public and educates the community on health, safety, and property maintenance standards.

Skills

Code enforcement

Investigation techniques

Documentation

Public communication

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

Code Enforcement Certification

Tools

Valid Georgia Driver’s License

Job description

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CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Code Enforcement Full Time Douglasville, GA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1678

Salary Range: $23.75 To $23.75 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY

This person in this position performs on-site inspections of commercial and residential properties in the City including the investigation of potential violations and the enforcement of municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Investigates complaints of violation of City code, appropriate zoning ordinances, sign regulation and related laws, ordinances or codes; issues courtesy notices, notices of violation, citations, correction notices and stops work orders to ensure compliance; conducts follow-up investigations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. Gathers and documents evidence sufficient to substantiate enforcement actions and support legal proceedings when necessary.
• Patrols and monitors assigned area including demolition, new construction, renovation, housing violations and basic building and mechanical inspections.
• Seeks compliance with City ordinances from citizens and businesses; acts as liaison between the complainants, alleged violators, and the City. Applies conflict-resolution and de-escalation techniques to gain cooperation and promote long-term compliance.
• Meets with owners, tenants, contractors, developers, businesses, etc. to review and explain code requirements, violations and/or potential violations; secures code compliance;
• Prepares written reports of inspections as specified by department procedures; issues warnings and citations when violations are proven; and maintains detailed and organized records of inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions to ensure defensible case documentation.
• Maintains files and records related to citations and violations; prepares a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence;
• Responds to inquiries from the general public by providing information and guidance regarding applicable codes, ordinances, policies, and compliance procedures; acts as a knowledgeable resource to educate the community on health, safety, and property maintenance standards.
• Assists with the administration and enforcement of the City’s sign program, including inspections, documentation, and coordination with property owners and businesses.
• Coordinates enforcement activities with other City departments and external agencies as needed to address complex or overlapping code issues and environmental or public safety concerns.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of inspections or code enforcement experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Associate’s degree preferred.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires Code Enforcement Certification.
• Requires a Valid Georgia Driver’s License (Class C) and a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of general codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations.
• Knowledge of safe and efficient work practices as they relate to code compliance.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of code violation investigation and enforcement.
• Knowledge of general City services and municipal organizational structure as they relate to code compliance.
• Knowledge of City codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations pertaining to code.
• Ability to learn principles, practices, methods, and techniques of code violation investigation and enforcement.
• Ability to learn City codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations pertaining to code enforcement.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply state and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to maintain and update records, logs, and reports.
• Ability to learn and enforce pertinent codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations with impartiality and efficiency.
• Ability to respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests for service in a fair, tactful, and firm manner.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to operate and use modern office equipment, including a computer.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to account for inventory and property management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires sedentary to light physical exertion and involves standing, walking, and reaching during field inspections and site visits. Duties require sustained mental acuity; repetitive motion associated with report preparation and data entry; and sufficient visual, hearing, speaking, and talking abilities to conduct inspections, document findings, communicate with the public, and explain code requirements clearly and effectively.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in a combination of office and field settings and requires regular interaction with residents, property owners, businesses, and City staff. Field work may involve exposure to varying weather conditions and active neighborhoods. The incumbent works in a dynamic environment that requires adaptability, sound judgment, and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and enforcement needs.