Code Enforcement/Animal Control Officer
About The Position
Performs working-level technical duties enforcing City laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and other legal requirements concerning streets, sidewalks, parking strips, abandoned vehicles, snow, weeds, signage, hazardous conditions, and nuisance abatement. Enforces City ordinances related to domestic animals and livestock, and is actively engaged in ordinance enforcement. Oversees the daily operation of Code Enforcement within the City and provides public service through enforcement and ordinance education. The position works under the specific direction of the Administrative/Special Services Sergeant or the on-duty supervisor. All employees are also under the general supervision of the City Manager. Duties include responding to public service calls, preparing and following up on reports and cases, supporting patrol and records operations, performing community outreach, and preparing for and testifying in court when needed. The City offers a competitive benefits package. The full wage range is $23.26 to $32.56 per hour, with hiring normally occurring between the minimum and midpoint.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- General office practices and two years of experience related to Animal Control or Code Enforcement.
- Valid Utah driver's license.
- Knowledge of animals and experience with animals.
- Knowledge of, or previous experience in, Code Enforcement.
- Working knowledge of state criminal codes and penalties associated with various offenses.
- Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Knowledge of telephone etiquette.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer terminal, fax machine, and copy machine.
- Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment and act resourcefully under varying conditions.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality concerning sensitive administrative and legal information.
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under time pressures and deadlines in an environment requiring continuous sitting.
- Ability to follow routine verbal or written instructions.
- Ability to issue citations and handle stressful situations.
- Ability to read maps and locate properties.
- Ability to handle difficult animals and citizens.
- Ability to pass a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of the Spillman reporting system.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to the general public.
- Receive calls for service regarding loose animals, parking violations, and City code violations.
- Assist walk-in members of the public and handle information and report requests.
- Perform fingerprints for the general public.
- Assist patrol with vehicle unlocks, traffic hazards, and other duties.
- Enter case report data into a computerized records system.
- Fill in for Records Clerks when needed.
- Prepare reports regarding animal and code enforcement violations and follow up on cases.
- Follow up on cases taken by patrol officers that require further action.
- Assist patrol officers with traffic congestion caused by traffic accidents.
- Issue citations for various City code violations.
- Attend neighborhood outreach and other community programs.
- Clean and maintain the vehicle and other special equipment.
- Prepare for court cases and testify when needed.
- Perform ongoing public relations to enhance the department's image within the community.
- Conduct tours of the police department and police vehicles.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance options, including one with a $0 employee premium payroll deduction with Wellness program participation.
- Dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program, including short-term mental health counseling services for the whole family.
- Free Teledoc program for the whole family.
- Monetary incentives for Wellness program participation.
- Health savings account with an employer match.
- Optional vision, accident, hospital, critical illness, additional life insurance, and flexible spending account coverage.
- Utah Public Retirement System pension participation.
- City contribution of 6.2% of salary to a 401(k) retirement plan in lieu of the City's Social Security contributions.
- 120 hours of paid time off accrued annually.
- 40 hours of short-term medical leave accrued annually.
- 11 holidays annually.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
