Environmental Health & Code Enforcement Officer

CITY OF INDEPENDENCE, MISSOURI; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual skills preferred

Job summary

The City of Independence, Missouri, is hiring for a role enforcing environmental health and code compliance through on-site audits, inspections, and investigations. The position involves citing violations, preparing detailed reports, and communicating with the public and stakeholders.

Strong reading of laws, driving ability, and a willingness to obtain NIMS training are required. Responsibilities include investigations, testimony in proceedings, and assisting in corrective action implementation,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of professional or technical experience in environmental public health or code enforcement.
• Knowledge of environmental health and code enforcement concepts.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply legal provisions and guidelines.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must complete required NIMS level training within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site audits, reviews, and inspections to enforce statutes, ordinances, rules and policies.
• Investigate complaints and determine violations; issue citations when warranted.
• Document and prepare reports; provide information to the public and organizations.
• Provide testimony in legal proceedings and coordinate corrective actions.

Skills

Public health knowledge

Code enforcement experience

Legal provisions interpretation

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Science / conflict resolution coursework (preferred)

Job description

The City of Independence, Missouri, is hiring for a role enforcing environmental health and code compliance through on-site audits, inspections, and investigations. The position involves citing violations, preparing detailed reports, and communicating with the public and stakeholders.

Strong reading of laws, driving ability, and a willingness to obtain NIMS training are required. Responsibilities include investigations, testimony in proceedings, and assisting in corrective action implementation,