Code Compliance Officer
Under the direction of the Chief Building Official, the Code Compliance Officers spend a large portion of their day in the field checking for violations of the City's zoning ordinances and International Property Maintenance Code for existing residential and commercial buildings and properties, with face to face interactions with the public. Documenting and posting violations. Office time is spent entering information into the database, returning phone calls and preparing cases for court action if needed.
Examples of duties include :
- Assist with the enforcement of zoning ordinances / environmental codes of Reynoldsburg
- Enforces the International Property Maintenance Code, investigates / inspects complaints from public and posts code violation notices on properties
- Communicates with residents regarding violation notices and the actions needed to reach compliance
- Prepares case files for court action and serves court citations
- Enters violations, notices, inspections, pictures into database
- Writes periodic reports on code enforcement activities
- Meets with City officials to discuss repair, demolition, or replacement of buildings
- Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties
- Maintains required licenses and / or certificates
- Meets all job safety requirements
- Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Typical qualifications include :
High School diploma or GEDTwo (2) courses or one (1) year experience in research principles; or equivalent education or experience, the experience or skills required to perform essential functions of the position, good computer and typing skillsMust have or be able to obtain ICC Property Maintenance Certification within twelve (12) months of employment and maintain such certification thereafterMust possess and maintain a valid Ohio driver's licenseKnowledge of :
Property maintenance standards, City of Reynoldsburg zoning / housing code, code enforcement procedures, zoning laws and / or regulations, department policies and procedures, photography, office practices and procedures, English grammar and spelling, records management, local geographical area, code enforcement terminology, building terminologySkill in :
Computer operation; Use of modern office equipment (e.g., personal computer, printer, fax)Motor vehicle operationUse or operation of photographic equipmentAbility to :
Physically inspect limited access areasDefine problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsCompile and prepare reportsCommunicate clearly and effectivelyGather, collate, and classify informationCooperate with co-workers on group projectsHandle sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and general publicDevelop and maintain effective working relationshipsWorking conditions include :
Medium : lift, push, pull 20 to 50 pounds occasionally; 10 to 25 pounds frequentlyWorks in the vicinity of floor or wall openings, elevated platforms, and / or runways.Ascends and / or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds.Works in an area in which the means of egress is or can be obstructed.Is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and / or poorly ventilated work areas.Is exposed to possible injury as a result of falling from high places.Has exposure to potentially vicious animals.Has exposure to second-hand smoke