AMHERST Lead Code Enforcement Officer Performs a variety of routine and

complex technical duties in the inspection of buildings to ensure

compliance with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts State Building Code,

Sanitary Code, Fire Safety Codes, and the Amherst Zoning and General

Bylaws. Serves as Senior Code Enforcement Officer; and coordinates the

work of Inspectors, providing technical and programmatic guidance. MAJOR

DUTIES: Administers and enforces the provisions of the assigned areas of

code enforcement. Performs periodic inspections of multi-family housing,

apartment complexes, places of assembly, and other properties, either

independently or as part of a team. Examines permit applications (e.g.,

plans to construct, reconstruct, alter, repair, remove or demolish a

building or structure; plans to change the use or occupancy of a

building or structure); Works with Permit Administrator and Licensing

Coordinator to coordinate permit application reviews and approvals.

Performs field inspections; Reviews plans for compliance with State

Building Code, Energy Codes, Architectural Access Board Regulations, and

the Zoning By-law. Resolves plan review and field inspection problems

and complaints. Provides assistance in preparing permit applications and

plans, including in the interpretation of codes and regulations. Issues

permits and certificates. Makes referrals to outside departments and

agencies where appropriate. Resolves complex and sensitive customer

service issues, reporting any unusual issues to the Building

Commissioner. Manages the intake of complaints and violations; Monitors

and maintains oversight of response times and investigations. Responds

to citizen complaints or reports from other agencies about alleged

violations of codes or by-laws; Makes on-site inspections; Prepares

reports of findings. Reports violations to supervisor with

recommendations for corrective action. Issues cease and desist orders,

notices of violation, municipal tickets (fines) in accordance with state

and local regulations, and/or revocation of certificates and

registrations. Prepares materials for and testifies in court cases

involving non-compliance or violations. Maintains the Certificate of

Inspection (COI) Program for residential buildings, including ensuring

that the multi-family residential buildings are inspected on schedule,

as required by the building code, coordinating inspections and any

follow up, and collecting and maintaining records (e.g., inspection

records; records related to fire alarm and fire sprinkler testing).

Maintains accurate records of permits, plan reviews, inspections, and

activity levels; Prepares correction letters, detailed reports on

building conditions and violations, and inspection results. Works

closely with and maintains communication with APD, AFD and University

officials. Provides education to property owners, renters and property

managers regarding compliance with codes and regulations. Performs other

job-related duties as assigned. For more details and full job

description please see website.

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