Code Enforcement Tech

City of Ardmore•Ardmore, OK

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, provide information to the public regarding City programs and policies; to perform initial interviews of persons filing complaints regarding possible code violations; to evaluate information to determine proper initial response or referral; to provide complaint processing and routing, database and file management; and to provide administrative and technical support to the code enforcement and inspection staff.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School diploma or GED
Two (2) years of inspection or code enforcement experience preferred
Must have or obtain Oklahoma Basic Code Enforcement Certification within one year
Must have valid driver license
Knowledge of current municipal and State codes and regulations of other entities related to code enforcement
Ability to correctly interpret and apply municipal codes, regulations, policies, procedures and standards AND explain to the public in a clear and concise language
Ability to utilize a variety of descriptive data and information from various sources
Knowledge of computer and related software such as spreadsheets, word processing and database applications to input, query and maintain data
Subject to post offer, pre-employment drug screen
Subject to post offer, pre-employment fit for duty examination
Subject to post offer, pre-employment criminal background check
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid Driver License

Responsibilities

Act as primary point of contact for the code enforcement unit for general inquiries, and interview persons reporting or inquiring about possible code violations.
Determine from available information whether a possible code violation exists or whether complainant would be better served through referral to another City department or outside agency.
Respond to public inquiries and complaints in a courteous manner.
Document complaints and enter related information into the City database system.
Provide information to the general public, homeowners, tenants, the business community, other departments, and outside agencies regarding codes, ordinances, and code enforcement policies and practices.
Assemble case files including obtaining property records, property owner information, case history, and other information related to properties and City programs, such as weed abatement and CDBG.
Assist code enforcement and inspection staff in the preparation of letters, notices, and complaints for the City Attorney.
Assist in joint inspections in the field on occasion, assisting with photos, paperwork, and related duties.
Research ownership records and prior complaints.
Schedule code enforcement inspections, and explain inspection procedures and regulations to members of the public.
Provide assistance in developing the department budget.
May track relevant expenditures.
Track property information, such as complaints and inquiries, using computerized database or spreadsheet applications.
Utilize computer software such as spreadsheets, code enforcement software, and database applications to input and maintain records and/or conduct research as needed.
Read, interpret, and apply municipal and state codes.
Prepare public notices as directed, applying provisions of City ordinances, and arrange for publication and/or mailing of notices.
Maintain the code enforcement files and filing system.
Other duties/tasks as assigned.