CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:  Under general supervision is responsible for the enforcement of municipal code provisions related to health, safety, nuisance-related and non-construction codes and ordinances of the City; Work varies requiring individual judgment, choosing from alternatives, within prescribed standards and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Physical demands include sitting, standing, bending, walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, crawling, lifting up to 35#s (greater with assistance), and getting in and out of a vehicle;

Work under uncontrolled weather conditions of rain, heat, and cold may be required; 

Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License. 

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND PERFORMANCE:

Conducts onsite inspections and re-inspections, investigates and determines the existence and type of code violations, pursues corrective action, determines a timeframe for compliance achievement, and issues notices of violations and citations if appropriate;

Responds to inquiries and advises the public on compliance with nuisance and other regulations, and responds to citizen complaints regarding potential code violations;

Evaluates citizen complaints;

Inspects properties after notification of complaints;

Communicates with irate citizens;

Evaluates compliance to City Ordinances;

Issues citations to property owners and/or tenants for violations of City Ordinances as appropriate;

Inspects properties for cleanup;

Re-Inspects properties to verify completion of cleanup and other services;

Keeps detailed records on both paper and electronic form.

Prepares letters and correspondence on various code violations, prepares legal notices and issues summons, properly documents violations, and preserves evidence as appropriate;

Represents the City in court and testifies as necessary;

Maintains accurate, complete records of complaints, inspections, violations, and citations, prepares periodic written reports detailing code enforcement activities;

Conducts research regarding property ownership, current and past permits, and applications, and applicable codes;

Maintains a professional appearance, responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints;

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Prepares and files reports of activities; receives and logs phone, e-mail, and written complaints; keeps accurate records of inspections, and submits monthly and annual reports as appropriate;

Position requires substantial and frequent contact and communication with the public, developers, builders, property owners, fellow employees, and other agencies of government requiring tact and respecting confidentiality;

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

Graduation from high school or its equivalent; PLUS

Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License and maintain a status of insurability.

EXAMPLES OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA AND EXPECTATIONS:

Must possess the ability to work independently, take initiative, work with hostile and irate citizens while maintaining a professional appearance in responding to and resolving difficult and sensitive citizen complaints;

May work an irregular schedule which may include evenings and weekends;

Must be able to carry out responsibilities with minimal supervision;

Visits properties to assure compliance of municipal codes; 

Reports, records, and responds to complaints are prepared concisely and accurately;

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with property owners, and the general public, and deals tactfully and fairly with each;

Performs other duties and responsibilities as directed. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the non-essential functions.

THIS POSITION IS CONSIDERED SAFETY SENSITIVE AND IS EXEMPT FROM OMMA REGULATIONS.