CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER I

City of Stonecrest; Stonecrest (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Stonecrest is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer I to investigate zoning code violations, enforce codes, and prepare reports for abatements and court actions. The role requires strong communication, public service experience, and a valid Georgia driver’s license.

You will conduct site visits, issue notices and citations, and testify in municipal court as needed. Weekend work may be required; training and certification opportunities are provided to stay current on regulations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations and ordinances related to municipal code enforcement.
• Excellent communications, self-motivated and team-oriented work practices.
• Experience working in a public setting.
• Must exhibit excellent customer service skills.
• Official work schedules will include required weekend work that may occur after 5:00 p.m.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Responds to complaints of City zoning code violations and investigates possible infractions; conducts site visits to determine validity and enforces codes.
• Determines compliance or non-compliance with codes; meets with property owners; issues notices, citations, and follows up inspections.
• Interprets and enforces provisions of zoning codes; provides information and technical assistance on code requirements; discusses problems with owners, residents, and contractors.
• Maintains records of enforcement activities; enters data into computer systems; maintains case files and records.
• Performs duties related to court actions; prepares documents; testifies in court as required.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards; participates in training and workshops.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Code enforcement knowledge

Public communication

Customer service

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred in criminal justice, zoning, urban planning, or related field

Job description

The purpose of this classification is to conduct investigations regarding zoning code violations and to enforce local zoning codes and ordinances. This position performs a variety of technical duties necessary to execute the requirements of the city’s code compliance programs; monitors and enforces 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. Prepares records and reports pertaining to abatements, court actions, daily activities, enforcement actions and inspections; testifies in municipal court as required; and serve as a resource and provide information on city regulations to property owners, residents, businesses, and the general public, along with other city departments and contractors.

• Responds to complaints of City zoning code violations and investigates possible infractions conducts site visits to determine validity of complaints or to enforce codes; collects, evaluates, records, and preserves evidence; interviews witnesses and gathers information; and takes and files photographs to document violations.
• Determines compliance or non-compliance with codes meets with property owners to discuss violations; issues code compliance notices and official correction notices; issues citations/summonses to violators; serves citations via certified mail or in person; and performs follow-up site inspections as needed.
• Interprets and enforces the provisions of applicable zoning codes, specifications, and standards provides information and technical assistance concerning code requirements; discusses problem areas with property owners, residents, and contractors; makes suggestions and recommends solutions to problems; responds to questions concerning code violations; and conducts research as needed.
• Maintains records of enforcement activities enters data regarding work activities and violations into computer system; maintains comprehensive case files; and conducts records maintenance activities in compliance with guidelines governing record retention.
• Performs various tasks involving court-related proceedings prepares related documents and reports to assist in building and documenting case information; interviews witnesses; prepares evidence for court cases; and testifies in court as needed.
• Maintains a comprehensive and current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards maintains an awareness of code enforcement methods, practices, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; and attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Code Enforcement Officer I:

Employees at this level demonstrate a basic background in code enforcement or public administration. Employees at this level receive instruction and assistance as they progress in this role in the daily monitoring and enforcing zoning, building, property maintenance, noise, and other codes and ordinances designed to protect the health, safety and welfare of the residents and stakeholders.

Requires a high school diploma (associate degree in criminal justice, zoning, urban planning, or related field is preferred), and the equivalent of two years of experience in code enforcement or a related field, or any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License.

Certification as a zoning inspector, certified code enforcement officer in State of GA, ICC property maintenance inspector, or Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission Level IB Certification (Red Card) is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations and ordinances related to municipal code enforcement
• Excellent communications, self-motivated and team-oriented work practices
• Experience working in a public setting
• Must exhibit excellent customer service skills

Official work schedules will include required weekend work that may occur after 5:00 p.m.

REQUIREMENTS INCLUDED IN THIS CLASS SPECIFICATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO MODIFICATION IN ORDER TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES WHO ARE OTHERWISE QUALIFIED TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE JOB.