Code Enforcement Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION An employee in this position is responsible for enforcing the environmental, sanitation, housing, and utility codes of the City of LaGrange and the State of Georgia. Employee reports to the Code Enforcement Supervisor. No supervision of others is required or exercised.

• Respond to customer complaints about improper landscaping, abandoned cars, and poor sanitation practices in their neighborhoods.
• Patrol the City and address discovered violations of the City of LaGrange Environmental Codes.
• Summon violators to court as necessary.
• Gather evidence and present in court as required.
• Stay informed about changes in environmental codes.
• Maintain detailed records of work performed.

• Skilled in using tools necessary for carrying out assigned duties.
• Knowledge of applicable environmental codes.
• Ability to interface with citizens in a polite and professional manner.
• Ability to work in a cooperative manner with multiple City Departments.
• Ability to write clear and concise letters.
• Ability to do basic math.

The City of LaGrange is an equal opportunity employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex, disability, veteran's status, or political affiliation.