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JOB TITLE

NUISANCE

CONTROL OFFICER DEPARTMENT

PUBLIC

HEALTH EMPLOYMENT TYPE

FULLTIME/NON-EXEMPT

UNION/NON-UNION

SUPERVISORY

AND PROFESSIONAL

The City of Pittsfield\'s Department of Public Health is seeking a detail-oriented and community-focused Nuisance Control Officer to join our team. The Nuisance Control Officer will conduct inspections pertaining to exterior property maintenance and neighborhood health & safety, and investigate complaints in accordance with all applicable City ordinances and M.G.L. Chapter 111 to ensure compliance of regulations. The Nuisance Control Officer reports directly to the Public Health Director and Senior Sanitarian. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working relationships. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, bilingualists, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply for our open positions

• recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds to, investigates, interprets, and takes action to complaints, general inspections, violations and to ensure properties are brought up to compliance including issuances of 40U violation tickets when prudent.
• Collaborates with several City of Pittsfield Departments including Fire, Legal, Community Development and Building.
• Assists the City departments, as needed, to comply with Local, State, and Federal Laws.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all applicable city ordinances and M.G.L. Chapter 11.
• Prepare for and testify at Board of Health 40U hearings and court proceedings.
• Attend continuing education programs and obtain appropriate certification as needed or requested by the Public Health Director.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid driver\'s license, class D.
• Knowledge of all applicable City Ordinances and M.G.L. Chapter 111.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills needed to deal with various agencies such as public, city, social service and the courts.
• Strong computer and organizational skills with the ability to prepare reports, communications, and to maintain records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; Strong computer and organizational skills with the ability to prepare reports, communications, and to maintain records.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This is an office-based job in a dynamic municipal building. While performing the duties of the Nuisance Control Officer, the incumbent is required to: interact and communicate frequently with the public, government officials, other staff members and boards, and/or third parties transacting business with the City. Work is frequently performed outdoors requiring incumbent to perform job functions in all weather conditions. Work may require visits to businesses and private homes. Weekends and evenings may be required upon request.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Operates standard office equipment including computers and keyboards, at efficient speed; and move throughout the municipal building which may include flights of stairs. Lifts/moves objects weighing up to 10-20 pounds. HOURS Monday

• Friday, 35 hours per week 8:30am
• 4:00pm SALARY Starting rate \$26.

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