Codes Enforcement Officer

City of Williamsport•Williamsport, PA

3d•$22 - $31•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a public safety position, which requires full performance of duties. Some tasks may be of a clerical nature and assignments are routine, but require detailed knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, along with detailed knowledge of the International Codes. The role involves performing rental property inspections per the Rental Inspection Ordinance, focusing on nine (9) life safety items. It also includes routine inspections related to life, health, and safety within the City of Williamsport limits, as well as licensed inspections for restaurants, rooming houses, and student residences. The officer will enforce all International Codes and state-wide building codes, with a primary focus on the International Property Maintenance Code and the Codified Ordinances of the City of Williamsport. Responsibilities include conducting investigations, issuing orders (violation notices) to abate health and housing conditions, and issuing violation notices and citations for non-compliance. The role requires attending court hearings related to properties in the City, carrying out routine operating procedures, completing complaint reports, and maintaining logs, files, and records. Basic reports and monthly reports of tasks are also part of the duties. The officer will answer general questions about building construction, procedures, regulations, building permits, zoning, and related information, and will work with office staff within the Codes Department.

Requirements

Effective written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of English composition, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others in situations that may involve stress.
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
Possess basic computer skills and ability to use standard computing applications.
Possess a solid understanding of Microsoft Office suite and other software programs.
Thorough knowledge of – or ability to learn -- the state-wide and International Codes, and all Codified Ordinances of the City of Williamsport.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must have and maintain a current Pennsylvania Driver License and must maintain a clean driving record.
Ability to effectively operate a personal computer and other general office equipment.
Must be able to sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time using a PC work station.
Must be able to climb ladders and ascend and descend stairs.
Must be able to lift up to thirty (30) pounds.
Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach above shoulder level, and twist body periodically and frequently throughout the day.
Must possess sight/hearing ability so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.
Ability to utilize hands for repetitive actions.
Must be able to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations.
Must be able to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Nice To Haves

The ideal candidate will pride themselves on providing great customer service and enjoy problem solving.

Responsibilities

Performs rental property inspections per Rental Inspection Ordinance, focusing on nine (9) life safety items.
Performs routine inspections as related to life, health, and safety within the City of Williamsport limits.
Performs licensed inspections: Restaurants, rooming houses, and student residences.
Enforces all of the International Codes and state-wide building code, with primary focus on the International Property Maintenance Code and the Codified Ordinances of the City of Williamsport.
Conducts investigations and issues orders (violation notices) to abate all conditions relating to health and housing.
Issues violation notices and citations as warranted for non-compliance to all applicable codes.
Attends court hearings relating to properties in the City.
Carries out routine operating procedures and processes and completes all complaint reports.
Maintains logs, files records, and prepares basic reports and monthly reports of tasks.
Answers general questions pertaining to building construction, procedures, regulations, building permits, zoning regulations, and other related information.
Works with office staff relating to specific information within the Codes Department.
Attend Board of Health meetings (required); perform tasks or other related work for this board.
Attend any other related meetings and/or conferences as directed by the supervisor.
Within the first two (2) years of service, Code Enforcement Officer I is responsible for taking and passing the Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector exam for certification.
Attends any training courses recommended by immediate supervisor.