Code Enforcement Specialist; Short Term Rentals

Code Enforcement Specialist (Short Term Rentals) – Community Development

Payson, AZ – Full Time

Salary: $47,176 – $58,970

The purpose of this position is to enforce the Gila County Short Term Rental Ordinance and other Ordinances using the Gila County Hearing Officer Rule of Procedure. This position investigates potentially unregistered short-term rental properties and other complaints in Gila County, verifies ownership using recorded property deeds, drafts legal documents for service of process, presents evidence at a hearing to the Gila County Hearing Officer, and monitors the status of a high volume of cases.

This position may also conduct on-site inspections and prepare reports on inspections. The role also involves customer service duties.

• Prepares Letters, Notice of Violation/Summons and sets hearing and compliance dates.
• Conducts site inspections, verifying validity of complaint, composing consequent reports, and opening cases, referring relevant items to other government agencies.
• Interprets County codes and determines/helps to meet permit and other requirements.
• Monitors cases and reports any changes, keeping complainants informed, and works with owners to resolve violations and achieve compliance.
• Prepares documentation for cases required to go before Hearing Officer.
• Provides customer service: answers questions; assists public with preparation of building and zoning applications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED.

Two (2) years relevant experience in code enforcement or familiarity of building codes; or equivalent education, training and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.