Codes Dept - Codes Enforcement Officer 1 (Part-Time)

City of Lebanon•Lebanon, TN

7d•$27

About The Position

This part-time position is the entry-level role in the codes enforcement job family. Initially working under close supervision and under the direction of the Codes Enforcement Sergeant for the Lebanon Police Department, the employee performs office and field work involving inspection, investigation, and compliance with City codes, ordinances, and abatement regulations. These regulations govern nuisance, signage, zoning, and other matters in commercial and residential areas. The role responds to complaints and conducts scheduled patrols and inspections to identify violations, document findings, maintain records, and support enforcement actions. It may also include building inspection duties, such as reviewing plans, inspecting structures, notifying owners of deficiencies, and issuing stop-work orders when deficiencies are not corrected. The employee may enforce parking violations, appear in court, and perform other duties assigned by the Police Chief.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Tennessee Driver's License and a clear driving record.
Must not have a felony conviction or a misdemeanor conviction involving moral turpitude as defined by law, and must not have been released or discharged under other than honorable conditions from any U.S. armed forces.
Must have good moral character.
Must gain education and extensive knowledge of the Lebanon Municipal Code and International Property Maintenance Code within 90 days of hire.
Must successfully complete field training.
Must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screen, and pre-employment psychological examination.
Qualified candidates must pass a written examination with a score of 70% or higher.
Ability to obtain compliance from violators and apply applicable laws, ordinances, codes, and municipal code-enforcement methods.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public and City departments, including communicating calmly in stressful or combative situations and handling irate customers.
Ability to identify problems and find appropriate solutions, respond to complaints fairly and tactfully, and demonstrate effective public relations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare accurate, detailed investigation documentation and respond to sensitive inquiries.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices, and of geographical features and locations in the area served.
Ability to inspect and identify code and ordinance violations; maintain complex logs, records, and files; and read, analyze, and interpret plans and documents.
Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods, and equipment.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and perform the essential physical duties of the job.
Must meet stated hearing, vision, strength, mobility, and equipment-wearing demands, including the ability to operate firearms and safely operate a motor vehicle.
May be required to pass all physical and academic requirements of the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree from an accredited college or technical school is strongly desired.
Two years of experience in office administration, inspections, codes compliance, record keeping, or a closely related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

Receive and respond to public, staff, and outside-agency complaints concerning municipal code and ordinance violations, and document violations with photographs and other relevant information.
Patrol assigned areas in a City vehicle to identify and evaluate nuisance and ordinance violations, including trash, debris, high grass or weeds, substandard housing, and inoperative or parked vehicles.
Inspect assigned commercial areas for compliance with property maintenance, sign regulations, and approved landscaping plans.
Enter daily inspection information into the City’s code enforcement system, retrieve data, and generate reports.
Prepare reports, memos, and correspondence related to enforcement activities, and maintain accurate investigation, inspection, and enforcement records.
Prepare documentation and evidence supporting City legal actions, appear in court as necessary, and testify at hearings and court proceedings when required.
Research property ownership, legal descriptions, permit issuance, and map guides using computer systems.
May enforce parking violations.
Meet punctuality, attendance, and work-deadline requirements.
Determine whether structure plans comply with applicable regulations.
Inspect existing structures for safety compliance and notify property owners of deficiencies.
Maintain daily logs of inspected locations and issued violations, and retain inspection reports and photographs in files.
Notify building owners of violations and provide correction guidelines under the International Property Maintenance Code, other City-adopted property maintenance regulations, or applicable Tennessee statutes.
Issue stop-work orders when deficiencies are not corrected.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Police Chief.