Code Enforcement Officer

1 day ago

Atlanta GA United States City of Atlanta Full time

Postion open until filled

General Description and Classification Standards

Provides a safe and healthy environment for the City's citizens by ensuring that buildings and land in the municipality are in accordance with the housing and zoning ordinances. Duties include, but are not limited to: inspecting and investigating properties and buildings; determining nature of environmental or health hazards; issuing permits or citations; understanding and complying with state and federal regulations on land usage, zoning, business permits and building access. Supervision Received Works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. Responds to public inquiries regarding permits and/or licenses, explaining municipal code requirements and procedures. Ascertains and gathers facts related to applicable ordinances, codes, laws, rules and regulations and determines and institutes proper action to be taken. Responds to and investigates complaints regarding violations of City ordinances; issues notices of violations stipulating necessary changes for ordinance compliance; takes appropriate action to insure compliance. Prepares reports and recommendations on code enforcement matters and gains voluntary compliance. Coordinates actions with other departments, programs, jurisdictions or regulatory agencies. Prepares case information and presents evidence at appeal hearings and other legal proceedings. Explains, interprets and makes presentation to community groups and businesses. Maintains records of applications, inspections, investigations, violations, hearings and related data. Conducts research regarding property ownerships, current and past permits and applications, applicable codes and laws, and coordinates code enforcement actions with other city departments and other Decision Making Applies organizational policies. Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Leadership Provided Provides guidance and training as required to lower level, interns, temporary employees, etc.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of: law enforcement or land use enforcement; city zoning ordinances, health codes and some knowledge of principles and practices of city planning; health codes and their application; municipal code enforcement methods and procedures; principles of investigation, interviewing and report writing; safe and efficient work practices related to inspections and enforcement duties; techniques of negotiation and conflict resolution; real estate and mortgage instruments (i.e. various deeds, mortgage back securities, etc.) Skills in: utilizing and understanding computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments; gathering and analyzing data for the purpose of preparing accurate and concise written and statistical reports; interpreting and implementing assigned regulations, policies and procedures as they are related to the inspections. Ability to: establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and other city departments, and to find appropriate solutions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; communicate with people in very stressful or combative situations; be creative in getting compliance from violators; apply analytical skills and understand impact and consequences of decisions and actions; read and interpret laws, codes, ordinances and policies. 

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