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CLASS TITLE

Code Enforcement Officer TITLE #: 1823 DISTINGUISHING

FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work involves the investigation of local code and ordinance violations. Incumbent issues notices of violations and/or summonses as required. Work is performed in accordance with local rules and regulations, under the supervision of the assigned department head. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Patrols municipality by foot or automobile and notes violations of local codes and ordinances such as litter, noise, peddling, dumping, garbage, snow and ice removal; Investigates verbal and written, signed complaints referred by public or other agencies regarding violations of local codes and ordinances; Issue notices of violations and/or summonses to violators when sufficient evidence exists; Follows up on violations to assure correction by responsible party; Corresponds and meets with property owners regarding violations of local code, ordinances, laws and time allowed for correction/compliance; Testifies in local court in cases where violations are contested; Prepares reports of inspections made and violations found; May operate computer applications such as spreadsheet, word processing, calendar or e-mail.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of local codes and ordinances; good knowledge of geography of municipality; ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; ability to prepare activity and case reports; ability to enforce local codes and ordinances with tact and impartiality; good powers of observation; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of building inspection, code enforcement or building construction experience.

NOTE:

Possession of New York State Basic Code Enforcement Training certificate may be substituted for the required experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

JURISDICTIONAL CLASSISFICATION

Competitive - full time; Non-Competitive - part-time in

Towns & Villages REVISED:

08/21/06 dmc

Pay:

$20.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:

Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person