General Description
The Code Enforcement Officer in Elizabeth City ensures compliance with local ordinances and nuisance regulations by inspecting properties for Code violations. The Code Official investigates citizen complaints such as blight, illegal dumping, abandon vehicles, illegal signs and overgrown lots, issue notices of violation, maintain documentation for legal proceedings, and work to resolve compliance issues.
- Duties and Responsibilities
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.
- Conducts field investigations and property inspections to identify violations.
- Maintains records; photograph evidence, invoices, liens, notices and orders; contact responsible persons, landlords or tenants and perform follow-up investigations to ensure that remedial action has been taken; develop and maintain accurate case files.
- Enforces and monitors applicable ordinances, codes and standards and other public concerns.
- Provides information to the public on city regulations as well as to property owners, residents, contractors, engineers, businesses and other city departments.
- Conducts field and office work, receives and responds to citizen complaints and reports from other agencies.
- Maintains and documents inspections and other job-related activities.
- Prepares notification of violations.
- Performs related work as required.
Physical Demands
- Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
- Involves routine and frequent exposure to the outdoor environments:
- Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
- Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Knowledge of computer skills i.e. Microsoft Office software, office machines such as scanners, computers, copiers, and other hand held devices.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral form and to effectively convey City rules and regulations, policies and Ordinances to the general public.
Special Certifications And Licenses
- Must possess and maintain an appropriate, valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance
The City of Elizabeth City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Requires an Associate’s degree supplemented by six (6) months of service related to working with the general public or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in Code Enforcement.
