Code Enforcement Officer

City of Hobbs • Hobbs, NM

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Patrols streets daily to enforce applicable city ordinances regarding weed control in vacant lots and vacant homes, condemnations, towing of abandoned and inoperable vehicles, open sewers, illegal dumping, and obstruction of vision due to trees or motor homes; issuing warnings, citations and posts notices for properties in violation. Receives, investigates and resolves complaints concerning sanitation problems or violations. Provides information to the public regarding municipal codes and laws. Prepares narratives and bid sheet property billing. May be asked to appear in court to testify regarding sanitation violations. Maintains sanitation enforcement records and files. Assist at HAAC as needed. Assist Animal Control officers as needed. May require shift work, including weekends, and being on-call. May serve on various employee committees, as required and assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of customer service experience, public relations, or handling of domestic animals required.
• Skill in handling of a snare, Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray, and an animal control stick.
• Knowledge of standard Microsoft Software and basic computer skills.
• Ability to learn and understand all computer based equipment related to the Hobbs Police Department.
• Knowledge of city geography.
• Ability to undergo a series of prophylaxis vaccinations.
• Ability to perform euthanasia and become proficient with euthanasia equipment.
• Ability to work with aggressive, vicious and/or biting animals.
• Ability to become familiar with City and State Animal Control and Environmental laws.
• Ability to communicate effectively and deal with complainants and offenders, who are often frustrated, angry, or irate.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to perform duties with a high degree of attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Officers, the Fire Department, Water Department, City Attorney, Municipal Court personnel, County Treasurer’s office, County Assessor’s Office, County Environmental, and general public.
• Valid state issued driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain National Animal Control Association (NACA) training within one year of date of hire.
• Ability to obtain NCIC certification within 6 months of date of hire and the ability to maintain the certification throughout employment, if applicable.
• Ability to obtain Euthanasia certification within one year of date of hire and the ability to maintain the certification throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol streets daily to enforce city ordinances regarding weed control, vacant lots/homes, condemnations, towing of abandoned/inoperable vehicles, open sewers, illegal dumping, and obstruction of vision.
• Issue warnings, citations, and post notices for properties in violation.
• Receive, investigate, and resolve complaints concerning sanitation problems or violations.
• Provide information to the public regarding municipal codes and laws.
• Prepare narratives and bid sheet property billing.
• Appear in court to testify regarding sanitation violations.
• Maintain sanitation enforcement records and files.
• Assist at HAAC as needed.
• Assist Animal Control officers as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED