Code Enforcement Officer I (Tues. - Sat.)

Job Posting

The purpose of this job is to investigate alleged violations of county ordinances and state law reported by other county departments and the general public. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, enforcing compliance with codes and ordinances, performing on-site inspections and investigations, issuing citations, and performing additional tasks as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent and one year experience in code compliance or enforcement required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must possess or be able to complete a minimum of 16 hours of the curriculum required for the Georgia Association of Code Enforcement (GACE) Certification as a Code Enforcement Officer, OR be able to obtain the International Code Council (ICC) Certification as either a Property Maintenance / Housing Inspector or a Zoning Inspector, within 18 months from date of hire.

Conducts initial surveys of buildings, structures, and land to determine if they are substandard and in violation of applicable codes and ordinances; inspects existing structures for violations of safety and sanitation regulations, or when adopted codes and ordinances require an inspection. Maintains files of inspections, re-inspections, consultations, phone conversations, inspection notes, and other required reports; compiles status reports on specific assignments as requested. Inputs inspection reports, investigation notes, and consultation data into computer database. Issues citations for code violations. Responds to telephone inquiries from citizens, builders, owners, utilities, public officials, and property managers related to code interpretations and enforcement. Participates in professional development activities. Operates testing equipment. Maintains data as required by Division Administrator for Workload and Performance Management reports. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical requirements include the ability to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a computer, adding machine, copier, fax, vehicle, ladder, hand tools and scales. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires : climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and seeing. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for medium work.