JOB 26-25 - CODE/HOUSING OFFICER

Fairmont; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fairmont is seeking a Code/Housing Officer to enforce municipal codes and the ICC Property Maintenance Code within the Rental Housing Program. You will investigate complaints, issue notices, and coordinate with the City Attorney and ICC Board of Appeals as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 2 years in law enforcement, code administration, or construction, and the ability to obtain ICC certifications within a year. A valid West Virginia driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of municipal ordinances, state adopted codes and ICC Building Codes.
• Ability to inspect existing structures and recognize health and safety hazards.
• Must obtain ICC Property Maintenance/Housing Inspection Certification and ICC Residential Building certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Enforce municipal codes and ICC Property Maintenance Code within the Rental Housing Program.
• Investigate complaints from citizens and other departments; conduct inspections and follow-up to ensure compliance.
• Notify property owners of violations and develop compliance schedules; coordinate with City Attorney and ICC Board of Appeals as needed.
• Maintain official records of inspections and activities pertaining to property maintenance.

Skills

Municipal ordinances

State codes

Microsoft Office

Communication

Code enforcement

Education

High school diploma

2 years enforcement/ code administration/ construction

ICC certifications (desired)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Opportunities

The City of Fairmont is a Equal Opportunity Employer.

1. POSITION TITLE: Code/Housing Officer

2. DEPARTMENT: Building Inspection

3. PAY GRADE: 440 (Non-exempt)

4. SALARY: $48,283.00

5. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK OF THE POSITION:

This is a highly responsible position within the City of Fairmont requiring technical and administrative duties to ensure compliance with municipal codes and ordinances, with a primary focus on the City of Fairmont’s Rental Housing Program and compliance with the ICC Property Maintenance Code. The position involves the interpretation, investigation and enforcement of municipal codes, ordinances and/or state laws; establishing standards to ensure the public’s health, safety and general welfare; conducting investigations and inspections of alleged code violations; notifying property owners of violations and developing compliance schedules; performing follow-up investigations and inspections. Work is reviewed by the Deputy Building Inspector, the Building Inspector, and the City Manager by means of conferences, observations and results obtained and evaluation of reports.

The incumbent of this position is responsible for coordination and inspections pertaining to the City of Fairmont’s Rental Housing Program. The incumbent will also be responsible for receiving, recording and investigating complaints from citizens, business owners, property owners, agencies and other City departments regarding alleged code violations; performing city wide inspections to discover violations firsthand; identifying and notifying responsible parties of violations in the manner prescribed by law; establishing consistent time frames for correction of the various violations; performing follow-up inspections to determine compliance with notices and orders. Additional duties include, but may not be limited to: Assist the city attorney in prosecuting violations; advising and assisting the ICC Board of Appeals in their review of cases; advising and assisting other departmental personnel and the public in matters relevant to the property maintenance code; maintaining an official record of all business and activities you are performing pertaining to property maintenance; Additional duties may be assigned by the department supervisor, Building Inspector, or City Manager.

7. DESCRIPTION OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED BY AN INCUMBENT OF THIS POSITION:

The incumbent is supervised by the Deputy Building Inspector.

8. DESCRIPTION OF SUPERVISION EXERCISED BY AN INCUMBENT OF THIS POSITION:

No authority is granted.

9. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK:

The position requires working knowledge of municipal ordinances, state adopted codes, and ICC building codes with focus on ICC Property Maintenance Code and Residential Code; the ability to thoroughly and efficiently inspect existing structures and premises; sufficient technical knowledge to recognize health and safety hazards related to structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems; ability to determine property ownership by research of public records; understanding of the legal aspects of code enforcement and due process; good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to have courteous and professional communications with the public; the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and written.

10. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE NECESSARY FOR WORK PREPARATION:

High school diploma, two (2) years’ experience in law enforcement, code administration, or construction; or a degree in law enforcement, public administration or a field relevant to the position; or certification by a model code organization as a property maintenance inspector; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be able to obtain the ICC Property Maintenance/Housing Inspection Certification and ICC Residential building certification within one (1) year from the date of hire. Must have a valid West Virginia Driver’s License. West Virginia electrical license and other ICC Certifications are a plus.

11. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to walk, sit, stand, bend, climb stairs, walk on uneven surfaces, crouch, crawl, kneel and stoop. Additionally, the employee will be required, at times, to lift, carry or push/pull supplies, materials, equipment and/or items weighing up to 50 pounds while performing the duties of this position. Work is primarily conducted outdoors. Incumbents of this position will be exposed to noise, dust, inclement weather conditions, and may also be exposed to various elements in homes, businesses, and rental properties. Incumbents will be required to drive in inclement weather.