Code Enforcement Inspector II
City of Albany, Georgia•Georgia 31701, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
The purpose of this classification is to inspect city and county premises and enforce codes and ordinances governing minimum housing standards, unlawful dumping, vacant lots, and related conditions. This is the post-entry level code enforcement inspector position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required, supplemented by vocational/technical training in construction practices and methods
- Three (3) or more years previous experience and/or training involving code enforcement of premises, zoning enforcement, or related field required
- Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
- International Code Council (ICC) Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification required.
Nice To Haves
- Georgia Association of Code Enforcement Officer Certification or equivalent desirable.
Responsibilities
- Conducts on-site and off-site inspections of city and county properties and homes to ensure code compliance with ordinances governing housing standards and property maintenance; initiates inspection, notification, and removal of inoperative vehicles.
- Receives and investigates complaints; contacts violators and issues violation notices; takes photographs of violations prior to court; prepares legal cases for abatement; testifies in court as needed.
- Issues citations/violation notices; contacts violators; and issues summons to court.
- Interprets regulatory codes and responds to routine requests for information from employees, officials, property owners, contractors and other individuals; makes recommendations for additions/deletions to codes and regulations.
- Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives and reviews Lot Cleaning orders, In Rem Notices, Court Orders, Fire Reports etc.; reviews, completes processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including Production reports, time sheets, Weed Notices, Demolition Notices, Repair Notices, Violation Notices and Dilapidated Structure Reports.
- Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing the City's code enforcement software system, Excel, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
- Consults with supervisors, law officers, inspectors, contractors, property owners, and other agency officials to review departmental operations, discuss problems, coordinate activities, provide technical expertise, and receive advice/direction.
- Conducts field meetings with contractors as needed.
- Initiates by inspection Notification of Weed Removal.
- Reviews codes and ordinances; keeps abreast of applicable city and state laws and regulations.
- Performs research through tax office as needed; researches property owners and rental agencies.
- Operates a motor vehicle in the performance of duties.
- Performs other related duties as required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
