Community Service Officer

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location:

City Hall - Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $26.34 - $36.89 Hourly

This is a highly visible position that interacts with citizens and visitors to create a positive public image in an effort to respond to inquiries and complaints regarding codes related to housing standards, property maintenance, lodging regulations, environmental health, zoning, weeds, junk and abandoned vehicles and nuisances, animal, and park code related ordinances for the City. Responsible for enforcing animal, park and code related ordinances.

Hiring range for this role is $26.34 - $31.61.

Upon successful completion of the required field training and evaluation program, candidates must have:

• Knowledge – of basic objectives and operational activities in the administration of construction site management and a code enforcement program; develop working knowledge of local statutes and ordinances, proper law enforcement principles/procedures/practices; first aid and medical procedures/practices; city and surrounding areas including streets, buildings, landmarks, alleys, roads, building construction, materials, and equipment, including residential type electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems and of the regulations, laws, zoning and code enforcement rules relating to the same;
  
  techniques and materials of the construction trade and stages in construction when possible defects in building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical installations may be easily observed and corrected.
• Skills – operation of equipment assigned as tools in the enforcement of the outlined responsibilities; preparing written reports and projects; dealing tactfully with customers to resolve violations; excellent confrontational and problem-solving skills.
• Abilities – comply with the physical and mental constraints as described in the aforementioned and operate the tools & equipment necessary to enforce codes and regulations; read and interpret codes and ordinances, legal descriptions of real property, construction plans, plot plans, site plans and property markers; comprehend and make interpretations of written City codes; analyze situations quickly, objectively and determine proper course of action;
  
  effectively solve problems and make independent decisions based on sound reasoning, good judgment, and established procedures; maintain a high level of self-motivation and initiative while working with little or no direct supervision; communicate effectively orally and in writing; follow written and verbal instructions; organize tasks and working environment to maximize efficiency with attention to customer service; create and maintain effective working relationships;
  
  deal tactfully to resolve problems through education, cooperation, and reasonable agreement to gain compliance with code requirements.

• Education – Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Experience – Prior experience in code enforcement, working in an animal related field, parks enforcement, and/or property inspection areas.

• Current valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain Colorado driver’s license at hire.
• Colorado Association of Code Enforcement Officials (CACEO) certification required within 2 years of hire.

The City of Wheat Ridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, marital status or any other applicable characteristics protected by law, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification. The City of Wheat Ridge will consider reasonable accommodations for employment to qualified applicants upon request to the Human Resources Office.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.