CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER I - CORRECTIONS CODE ENFORCEMENT

Coding Enforcement Officer I - Corrections Code Enforcement CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Corrections/Code Enforcement Officer I Purpose of Classification Responds to complaints of potential housing/zoning code violations, conducts inspections, identifies violations, initiates action against violators, researches property ownership records, and works to preserve property values and ensure safe, sanitary, and reasonable conditions per established codes and ordinances. Essential Functions Conduct field visits to property sites; meet with property owners; inspect structural condition of buildings; determine building dimensions; check housing temperatures, water temperatures, and oven calibration; identify violations and recommend appropriate corrective actions; take photographs of violations for use in court; determine whether a building should be condemned. Receive housing/zoning complaint calls; provide assistance and information; deal with irate callers; research problems and initiate resolution. Assist in interpreting and enforcing provisions of applicable federal, state, and local codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures. Process code violation notices; send written notices; post notices; forward violation reports to utility companies; report violations to environmental protection and health agencies. Issue summonses; communicate with county attorneys and defendants’ lawyers; work with court solicitors; attend state court proceedings; present cases to presiding judge. Conduct research on property information; determine jurisdiction; research title records, deeds, tax records, legal documents; identify ownership; obtain general information; monitor motor vehicle violations. Prepare or complete forms, reports, correspondence, subpoenas, certified letters, summonses, violation reports, correction notices, probation reports, daily worksheets, logs, or other documents. Receive and process various forms, reports, correspondence, tax assessment records, legal documents, codes, ordinances, regulations, directories, maps, manuals, reference materials. Maintain files/records of complaints, findings, violations, and other work activities. Operate a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; use word processing, database or other software programs. Use equipment/tools for inspections: motor vehicle, ladder, measuring tape, thermometers, testing instruments, hammer, or mechanic tools. Use safety equipment and monitor work environment to ensure safety. Communicate via telephone and/or two-way radio; provide info and assistance; take and relay messages; respond to requests for service or assistance. Communicate with supervisor, employees, other departments, law enforcement personnel, fire personnel, court personnel, attorneys, environmental protection agencies, health agencies, social service agencies, property owners, residents, mortgage companies, real estate companies, utility companies, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status, exchange information, or resolve problems. Maintain current knowledge of codes, laws, and regulations; stay aware of new trends; read professional literature; maintain affiliations; attend workshops and training. Additional Functions Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Vocational/Technical Degree with emphasis in housing rehabilitation or housing code enforcement preferred. Supplemented by two (2) years previous experience and/or training including housing code inspections, customer service, administrative work, and/or human interaction; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must obtain valid ICC Housing Rehabilitation Inspector Certification within one (1) year of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. ADA Compliance Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and may involve lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12–20 pounds). Sensory Requirements: Ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, odors, depth and visual cues or signals; ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors: Exposure to adverse conditions such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, traffic hazards, toxic agents, violence, disease or pathogenic substances. Equal Opportunity Statement Clayton County, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Claytoncountyga