ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Works under the general supervision of an assigned Manager Code Enforcement Operations. Supervises, assigns, and participates in the operations and activities of the City’s Code Enforcement Program to ensure compliance with applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations. Provides work direction, assignment of duties, evaluation of work performance, and discipline of assigned staff. Participates in the development of goals, policies and procedures. Makes recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards. Provides interpretation and explanation regarding codes and maintains information on changes in codes. Monitors staff work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Conducts training to ensure compliance with required workplace safety standards, and federal and city regulations and policies. Participates in the selection of code enforcement staff. Assesses skills for code enforcement staff to ensure performance is consistent with Code Enforcement standards and best practices. Receives and responds to complaints on alleged housing violations related to codes and ordinances by conducting field investigations and property inspection to identify or monitor potential violations. Maintains accurate documentation and case files on all investigations, inspections, enforcement actions and other job-related activities. Creates and prepares a variety of correspondence, memorandums, notices and reports relating to enforcement issues and the status of cases by utilizing various computer applications. Interacts and communicates verbally and in writing with general public, court staff, management, and other staff members on a variety of housing issues and concerns. Makes off-site visits to attend various meetings, conferences, and training classes.
Other Functions
- Acts as the Manager of Code Enforcement in all related activities in his/her absences.
- Performs the full range of code enforcement duties when needed.
- Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires ability to perform all types of installation inspections including electrical, mechanical, and plumbing. Must be able to climb onto and stoop under house and climb into attic to visually discern safety and health hazards. Must be able to communicate clearly with staff and the public both verbally and in writing. Requires ability to operate an automobile and various equipment such as an electrical tester, real estate wheel, measuring tape, and portable radio.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Majority of work is performed throughout the City within an assigned geographical zone. Work involves contact with the public at times under stressful conditions. May be scheduled to work various shifts. Will travel frequently to meetings or sites across the City for visual inspection of properties. May be exposed to various weather conditions, fumes, odors, dust, and noise.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field and five (5) years experience in code enforcement with three (3) of the five (5) years in a managerial or supervisory capacity; or any combination of experience or training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as a condition of continued employment. Must be certified by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector before the end of twelve (12) months of employment as a condition of continued employment.
The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire.
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov
Additional Information
- Posting Date: Sep 4, 2024
Compensation
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 51,321.4
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 78,520
- Pay Basis: Yearly