Code Enforcement Officer

City of Lilburn•Lilburn, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Code Enforcement Officer enforces City of Lilburn codes and ordinances related to planning, zoning, signs, property maintenance, community nuisances, and business licenses. The position works under the supervision of the Special Operations Lieutenant. The officer investigates potential violations, conducts property and structure inspections, patrols the city to investigate sign permit use, initiates remedial action, and prepares inspection reports, legal documents, policy reports, and correspondence. The officer also issues summonses and citations, prepares case information, and presents evidence at court hearings. Other related duties may be assigned. The position involves physical activities such as climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. It is classified as medium work, involving exertion of up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly. Incumbents may encounter fumes, odors, dust, gases, chemicals, oils, inadequate lighting, extreme temperatures, and disruptive people. The City offers health, dental, and vision coverage; City-paid life insurance and long-term disability benefits; participation in the Georgia Municipal Association Employee Defined Benefit Retirement program; and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan. The expected starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties, usually associated with an apprenticeship or internship or one to two years in a similar position.
Knowledge of relevant city construction and housing codes, nuisance ordinances, construction and trades codes, and zoning ordinances.
Knowledge of code enforcement methods and procedures.
Knowledge of the city’s geography, including subdivisions and road and street names.
Skill in conducting and analyzing research.
Skill in planning, organizing, analyzing, decision making, and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and public and community relations techniques, including negotiation and conflict resolution.
Skill in interpreting and applying zoning regulations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to interact positively with the general public.
Must pass a Criminal History Background Check.
Must have a valid Georgia Driver's License.
Must provide a seven-year driver's history report from the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Possession of, or ability to readily obtain, an appropriate state certification, such as the Georgia Association of Code Enforcement (GACE) Level I Certificate.

Responsibilities

Interpret and enforce city ordinances, policies, and procedures related to zoning and business licenses.
Investigate land use, zoning, property maintenance, and environmental conditions.
Initiate remedial action.
Prepare inspection reports, legal documents, policy reports, and letters.
Prepare case information and present evidence at court hearings.
Issue summonses and citations for code and ordinance violations.
Prepare and send correspondence to property owners regarding overgrown lots, abandoned vehicles, sewer leaks, and abandoned premises.
Conduct on-site property inspections to determine compliance with ordinances concerning litter and demolition of unsafe buildings.
Patrol the city to investigate sign permit use.
Inspect existing structures for potential safety or sanitation violations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.