Code Enforcement Officer

Enforcement Of City Ordinances

This position performs activities related to the enforcement of various city ordinances. This position is required to supervise and manage field investigations involving violations of the Municipal Code and attempts to collaborate with residents to achieve voluntary compliance. When necessary, the incumbent of this position works with the City Attorney to issue uniform infraction citations and serve as the representative of the City in Municipal Court.

Examples Of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties. Additional essential functions may be identified by the City of Ridgeland and listed as such in the incumbent's performance appraisal elements. Various tasks may be assigned under each essential function. Those that are listed under the examples of work are not all inclusive; they are examples only and may be amended or added to as needed by the City of Ridgeland.

Patrol the municipal boundaries of the city and investigate city code violations including cleaning of private property, sign ordinance violations, overgrown lots, abandoned vehicles, dilapidated structures, and zoning violations and recommended corrective actions to bring about compliance. Determine time frame for compliance achievement and issue notices of violations and citations. Receive complaints and prioritize magnitude of issues; log in and track complaints on computer, research and make determination of appropriate codes to address compliance; prepare appropriate compliance letters; work closely with citizens to achieve voluntary compliance following due process procedures. Perform follow-up inspections. Communicate regularly and work closely with related departments including Fire, Parks, Police and Public Works to determine appropriate responsibility for complaints. Maintain computerized records and establish sufficient background information to proceed with legal action if necessary. Issue infraction citation and complaints and prepare documentation and evidence to support charge in Municipal Court. Assist City Attorney in preparing cases where defendants are represented by an attorney. Maintain current knowledge of code requirements and related City ordinances. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

The following minimum qualifications have been identified by subject matter experts (SME's) who have supervised this position or functioned in the position; they are based upon job analysis information supplied by these SME's. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential function of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the Human Resources Director, in writing, identifying the related education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position. If a candidate believes he/she needs reasonable accommodation to meet these minimum qualifications or, if called for an interview, to attend such an interview, the candidate must notify the Human Resources Director, in writing, of the need for the accommodation and identify the specific accommodation requested.

Education: High School Graduate

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Mississippi driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Principles and practices of land use regulation, nuisance codes and health and safety standards. Inspection, enforcement and research methods, procedures and techniques. Report preparation and record maintenance procedures. Oral and written communication skills, including correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Plan, organize, coordinate and perform field inspections. Ensure compliance with Municipal Code and City ordinances. Work and communicate effectively with citizens, public officials and co-workers. Resolve conflicts in a positive manner. Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, procedures and codes. Work independently with little direction. Organize and maintain accurate computerized and hard copy records. Photograph enforcement sites. Prepare clear and concise correspondence and written materials. Prioritize and schedule work to meet schedules and time lines. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Work courteously and tactfully with customers and employees.