Senior Zoning & Code Enforcement Officer

City of Stonecrest; Stonecrest (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Stonecrest in Georgia seeks a Code Enforcement Officer III to investigate zoning code violations, enforce building, property maintenance, noise and related ordinances, and prepare records, reports, and court documentation. Respond to complaints, conduct site visits, issue notices and citations, and maintain comprehensive case files while testifying in municipal court as required.

Weekend work may be required.

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.

Responsibilities

• Responds to complaints of City zoning code violations and investigates possible infractions; conducts site visits to determine validity of complaints or to enforce codes.
• 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; conducts follow-up site inspections.
• Interprets and enforces 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.
• Maintains records of enforcement activities; enters data into computer system; maintains case files; conducts records maintenance.
• Performs tasks involving court-related proceedings; prepares documents; interviews witnesses; prepares evidence for court cases; testifies in court as needed.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Public service experience

Customer service

Public safety

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

City of Stonecrest in Georgia seeks a Code Enforcement Officer III to investigate zoning code violations, enforce building, property maintenance, noise and related ordinances, and prepare records, reports, and court documentation. Respond to complaints, conduct site visits, issue notices and citations, and maintain comprehensive case files while testifying in municipal court as required.

Weekend work may be required.