Code Inspector I
About The Position
Inspects assigned areas of the city to enforce provisions of zoning ordinance, property maintenance ordinance, junked vehicle ordinance, weed and rubbish ordinance, and other codes as assigned. Essential Functions Inspect assigned areas of the city to identify violations of assigned codes; Document the nature of the violation and follow procedures to earn compliance; Inspect for violations of zoning ordinance to ensure adherence with the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan; Enforce state and local regulations regarding substandard housing and junk vehicles to preserve the health, safety and welfare of the community; Interpret and implement provisions of assigned codes and ordinances in accordance with departmental policies and practices; Explain ordinance provisions to citizens. Counsel citizens regarding the nature of the violation and any actions required for compliance; Testify before appropriate board or courts regarding code violations; Complete reports and enter data on inspection activities as required; Coordinate activities with office and clerical staff to ensure a functioning workflow Conduct follow-up inspections as necessary; Ability to communicate with other departments in a professional manner; Perform related duties as required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- No specific experience required
- Valid Current Driver's License
- Physical exam required
- Ability to educate, enforce, read, and interpret City ordinances, state, and federal law
- Ability to work with the public in a diplomatic manner
- Ability to prepare reports and document evidence of violations
- Ability to work with a code enforcement database
- Ability to coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Inspect assigned areas of the city to identify violations of assigned codes
- Document the nature of the violation and follow procedures to earn compliance
- Inspect for violations of zoning ordinance to ensure adherence with the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan
- Enforce state and local regulations regarding substandard housing and junk vehicles to preserve the health, safety and welfare of the community
- Interpret and implement provisions of assigned codes and ordinances in accordance with departmental policies and practices
- Explain ordinance provisions to citizens
- Counsel citizens regarding the nature of the violation and any actions required for compliance
- Testify before appropriate board or courts regarding code violations
- Complete reports and enter data on inspection activities as required
- Coordinate activities with office and clerical staff to ensure a functioning workflow
- Conduct follow-up inspections as necessary
- Communicate with other departments in a professional manner
- Perform 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
