Code Enforcement Senior Officer

City Of Sandy Springs•Sandy Springs, GA

8h•$62,091 - $80,719•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Sandy Springs is looking for a Code Enforcement Officer II – Multi-Family Housing to join their Community Development team. This role is crucial for protecting the health, safety, and welfare of residents by inspecting multi-family housing communities, investigating complaints, identifying code violations, and collaborating with property owners and management teams to ensure compliance. The position involves managing cases from initial complaint or inspection through resolution, applying City codes and ordinances, documenting findings, coordinating corrective actions, and supporting enforcement proceedings. It is ideal for individuals who enjoy a combination of field inspections, investigation, problem-solving, public service, and community impact.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in code enforcement, housing/property maintenance inspection, building inspection, regulatory compliance, law enforcement investigations, or a closely related field.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license and be comfortable operating a City-owned vehicle.
Experience conducting investigations, researching complaints, documenting findings, communicating compliance requirements, and resolving violations or concerns.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Ability to obtain ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification within eighteen (18) months.
Ability to obtain Georgia Association of Code Enforcement (GACE) Level I Certification within eighteen (18) months.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Fire Technology, Environmental Studies, Law Enforcement, Construction Technology, Public Administration, Building Construction, or a related field.
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Construction, Urban Planning, or a related field.
Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in code enforcement, housing inspection, property maintenance inspection, or a related regulatory field.
Experience inspecting multi-family residential properties, apartment communities, or large residential developments.
Current ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification.
Current GACE Level II Certification.
Level 1B Soil and Erosion Certification.
Knowledge of general construction practices, building systems, property maintenance standards, and applicable inspection requirements.
Experience working with property owners, management companies, contractors, residents, neighborhood associations, and elected officials.
Experience preparing enforcement cases for administrative or judicial proceedings.
Experience using electronic inspection, permitting, case-management, or records-management systems.

Responsibilities

Conduct systematic, complaint-based, and follow-up inspections of multi-family residential properties for compliance with City codes, ordinances, zoning and housing requirements, property maintenance standards, and other applicable regulations.
Inspect common areas and other applicable portions of multi-family communities, including hallways, stairwells, corridors, parking areas, exterior grounds, recreational areas, accessory structures, and shared facilities.
Identify, document, and photograph property maintenance deficiencies, nuisance and unsafe conditions, zoning violations, deteriorated structures, improper storage, overgrown vegetation, sanitation concerns, and other violations.
Conduct follow-up inspections to verify that required corrective actions have been completed.
Monitor repeat and chronic violations and coordinate appropriate enforcement strategies with supervisory staff and other City departments.
Work directly with property management companies and responsible parties to encourage timely correction and ongoing compliance.
Enforce City codes and ordinances related to zoning, housing, property maintenance, nuisances, and other assigned regulatory areas.
Receive, investigate, and respond to citizen complaints, service requests, referrals, and requests from City officials.
Conduct investigations; gather, evaluate, and preserve relevant information and evidence; and determine appropriate enforcement action in accordance with established procedures.
Research property ownership, zoning, permits, prior violations, case history, and other records to support investigations and enforcement activities.
Determine appropriate compliance timelines and enforcement actions within established policies and applicable law.
Issue notices of violation, compliance notices, citations, summonses, and other authorized enforcement documents.
Prepare cases for administrative hearings, Municipal Court proceedings, abatement actions, and other legal remedies when necessary.
Testify in Municipal Court or other proceedings regarding inspections, investigations, documentation, and enforcement actions.
Maintain complete and accurate case files, including inspection records, photographs, correspondence, notices, reports, and related documentation.
Prepare required activity, inspection, case, enforcement, abatement, and court reports.
Maintain accurate records in City databases and case- and document-management systems.
Track assigned cases, inspections, deadlines, and enforcement actions through resolution and closure.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and comply with applicable records-management, retention, and public-records requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Three competitive medical plan options for you and your family, along with dental and vision coverage
10 paid holidays per year, plus 1 floating holiday
Accrued paid vacation and sick leave
City-paid life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
A City-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
A robust retirement savings program: the City contributes 12% of your base salary to a 401(a) plan and matches up to 5% of your contributions to a 457(b) plan
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year after one year of service toward a relevant degree
Identity Theft Insurance
Access to an on-site gym
FirstNet (AT&T) Phone Discount