Code Enforcement Officer

Title: Code Enforcement Officer 1

Department: Planning and Development

Reports To: Supervisor 2 – Code Enforcement

Pay Plan: 80 hrs per pay period

Type: Full Time

FLSA: Non Exempt

Emergency Classification: Class I

The Code Enforcement Officer I is under the direction of the Supervisor 2 – Code Enforcement. The Enforcement Officer is responsible for working in the field conducting investigations for the enforcement of Parish Ordinances, and presenting cases before the Administrative Hearing Officer.

Essential duties are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. The omission of specific statements or duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Inspect an issue citation for property code violations responding to public complaints and officer observations of violations
• Document results of inspections via the creation and maintenance of all paperwork, including correspondence, and maintenance of comprehensive computer records management system
• Prevention, detection, investigation, and enforcement of violations of codes, laws, and ordinances regulating public nuisance, public health, safety, and welfare, public works, building standards, and land use.
  
  Will also perform residential drainage inspections related to building construction
• Provide court testimony at Administrative Hearings, Enforcement Officer will provide field investigation and facilitate the administrative hearing process to gain compliance with duly-adopted laws and ordinances such as land-use, and zoning and nuisance ordinances
• Regular, consistent attendance is required
• Any other duties as assigned

Employee must be able to operate basic office equipment, office computer and software, MPN, and other specialty equipment needed for the position. They must have the ability to apply navigational skills to drive to their assigned areas within the Parish.

They must have the ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, other law enforcement agencies, and the general public. Employee must possess honesty and exhibit good moral/ethical behavior.

The incumbent works in a typical office environment, but will also work in outside field areas of land which may include swampy and wet conditions and uneven surfaces. The incumbent may be exposed to wildlife and bugs in the environment.

Medium work. Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting, lowering, pulling, pushing and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary and light work. Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel and climb in order to complete various job duties.

Must be able to stand, sit and walk for extended periods, sometimes on uneven or rough terrain in various weather conditions.

A high school diploma or equivalent GED required.

Employee must become familiar with codes, laws and ordinances under the jurisdiction of the Inspections and Enforcement Department.

Must have a valid driver’s license.

Must possess strong oral and written communication skills, strong organizational and time management skills, ability to multi-task, follow through and perform on a deadline, equal ability to work independently and with others, ability to work effectively with the public, and ability to prioritize work.

If selected for a position with St. Tammany Parish Government, applicants are required to successfully complete a drug screen, physical and background check prior to employment. Failure to complete any requirement, may result in a rescinded offer.

St. Tammany Parish Government is an EOE/M/F/Disability/Veteran