Community Standards Officer
About The Position
The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for a Community Standards Officer I or II to join our Community Development team. This position works 40-hours per week and plays a vital role in maintaining community standards, protecting public health and safety, and ensuring a high quality of life for Lenexa residents and property owners. The ideal candidate will: Have prior experience in enforcement or compliance and with Lenexa geography Have general residential construction knowledge Be able to clearly explain City requirements and address disputes with tact Be comfortable working with local law enforcement and in courtroom settings Enjoy spending time both in the field inspecting and also in an office setting Position Summary Under the supervision of the Community Standards Supervisor, the Community Standards Officer enforces City codes including, but not limited to property maintenance, rental licensing and massage establishments. Work is performed primarily in residential neighborhoods, including apartment complexes and commercial areas as necessary and in response to complaints with latitude to be proactive to ensure equal compliance as appropriate.
Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
- Community Standards Officer I: Must have two years of prior experience in code enforcement or a closely related public contact position; or equivalent experience, education or training.
- Community Standards Officer II: Must have four years of prior experience in code enforcement or a closely related public contact and enforcement position.
- Must have some experience in a municipal court setting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a municipal court setting.
- Associate degree in environmental science, public relations, human services, law enforcement or related field.
Responsibilities
- Conducts daily field inspections to investigate complaints and performs proactive inspections.
- Contacting residents and business owners is essential.
- Tracks all inspection details, photos, conversations, etc. related to inspections through provided software.
- Completes exterior rental inspections of single-family and multi-family properties.
- Handles incoming phone calls, emails and service request concerns related to community standards.
- Works basic code cases through prosecution in partnership with the Legal Department when necessary.
- Issues abatement work orders when necessary and completes all required follow-up inspections.
- Performs massage establishment inspections in accordance with City code.
- Drives City and/or personal vehicle to perform essential functions of position.
- Works cross-divisional enforcement cases which may include building, zoning and fire code violations.
- Working knowledge of City codes and applicable uses.
- May train Community Standards Officer I.
Benefits
- Low-cost premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic
- 6% into the KPERS pension plan
- 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year
- Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year)
- Six weeks of paid parental leave
- City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
- Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 per year
- Free membership to the Lenexa Rec Center
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
