JOB SUMMARY

The Code Compliance Specialist performs a variety of routine and complex work in the interpretation and enforcement of adopted codes, ordinances, and related rules and regulations. The position is responsible for enforcing all the municipal codes not primarily enforced by the Town’s contracted law enforcement, and in particular, those codes pertaining to property use and maintenance and public nuisances

Essential Functions: The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and not all encompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time

Responds to complaints and performs field inspections to ensure compliance with the Berthoud Municipal Code
Investigates complaints and determines necessary action to resolve.
Performs visual inspections of neighborhoods for compliance with property maintenance standards related to parking, signs, and housing and occupancy violations
Performs field inspections to determine the nature of compliance or the existence of a violation
Tracks complaints and violations, monitors compliance progress and follows up with complainants and violators as necessary
Interacts with property owners, residents, professional engineers, developers, builders, contractors, and other organizations to explain, discuss, and resolve enforcement issues
Prepares violation notices, posts cease and desist orders and issues summonses.
Responds to animal related nuisance calls and lost or at-large animals
Remains aware of issues requiring special attention in response to Town directives; follows up with appropriate staff to assure that issues are addressed in a timely manner
Provides excellent customer service with a high degree of professionalism while interacting with the public
Maintains knowledge of Town plans, policies, codes, requirements, community objectives and issues; maintains personal and professional standards of continuous improvement
Coordinate with other departments and contracted law enforcement department as needed
Other duties as may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

High School/GED Required

Work Experience:

Three years of progressively responsible position with a municipal or state agency is required.
Have and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record and background information including criminal history is required.
Three years of progressively responsible position with a municipal or state agency in an enforcement or compliance capacity is preferred

Skills: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

Knowledge of business English and spelling; ability to produce quality written documents that demonstrate a professional appearance
Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions and to work under both close, general or no supervision, depending upon the nature of the assignment
Knowledge of records management procedures and the ability to accurately file numerically, alphabetically, alpha numerically, or chronologically
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with members of the public, staff, elected officials and outside agencies
Ability to maintain confidentiality when faced with information of a sensitive nature
Experience with law enforcement and emergency radio and computer assisted dispatch system desirable
Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite; ability to type accurately at a rate of 50 wpm
Ability to become proficient in other software as needed
Ability to operate a multi-line phone system and basic office equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively in person; over the phone; in email & writing

Licenses and Certifications

CACEO Basic Certification is required or ability to obtain within 1 year.

Valid Colorado Driver's License is required with non-probationary, not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges.

Working Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasionally working in extreme cold, heat or humidity. Noise level can be high at times.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Frequently lifting or carrying up to 100 lbs. Frequently reading, climbing stairs, crouching, grasping, kneeling, pinch, pull or pushing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking or stooping. Constantly using vision.

Town of Berthoud - Berthoud, CO jobs

Code Compliance Specialist