Job Opportunity | Code Enforcement Officer | Maryland Heights MO

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CITY OF MARYLAND HEIGHTS 
POSITION: Code Enforcement Officer
GRADE: NE5
PAY RANGE: $56,710 – $72,290 Annually
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Periodically patrols or inspects an assigned area to monitor for violations of local codes.
• Responds to complaints of potential code violations or other code related matters.
• Conducts field investigations of potential violations;
• Makes findings; and issues warnings, correction notices, or citations.
• Meets with owners, tenants, contractors, developers, businesses, etc. to review and explain code requirements and violations or potential violations; secures code compliance.
• Drafts and distributes a variety of correspondence, memoranda, and notices.
• Provides information to persons who request information or assistance in code enforcement related matters.
• Maintains a variety of logs and records related to inspection and enforcement activities.
• Prepares recommendations for amendments and additions to codes or regulations which relate to the position.
• Conducts multi-family residential occupancy inspections.
• Reviews cases being prepared for trial with emphasis on the evidentiary and legal issues crucial to successful prosecution.
• Prepares detailed reports of activities and investigations made; consults with prosecutors and prepares case report for court action; testifies in court.
• Assists in obtaining, enhancing, preparing or presenting exhibits or other evidence in court as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
(A) Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent;
(B) Two (2) years experience related to inspection, law enforcement, building inspection, land use, public administration or a related field, or
(C) Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
(A) Through knowledge of code enforcement principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting; working knowledge of applicable laws, standards and regulations relating to various land use, nuisance and public safety codes; working knowledge of inspection techniques;
(B) Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment;
(C) Ability to prepare, organize and maintain inspection field data, reports and systems; Ability to analyze complex situations, problems and data, and use sound judgment in drawing conclusions and making decisions; Ability to comprehend and articulate complex facts and relationships in detail and to summarize and write clearly, concisely and legibly, and to testify in court in an objective, concise, and professional manner; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with citizens, employees, supervisors and the general public; Ability to follow oral and written instructions; Ability to effectively deal with difficult or angry people.

Interested applicants may submit a current resume’ and cover letter to Human Resources at [email protected] or by fax to 314-738-2422. You may also access and complete the City’s employment application by clicking here. Positions are open until filled.

EOE: Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet

The City of Maryland Heights conducts drug testing in accordance with 49 C.F.R. PARTS 40, Part 29, and 655 as Amended, and FMCSA 382.

Deadline for Applying : Open until filled