General Description
This position is responsible for on-site inspections of properties in the city, including the investigation of potential violations and the enforcement of municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations.
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.
- Investigates complaints of violation of city code, appropriate zoning ordinances, sign regulations, and related laws, ordinances, or codes.
- Conducts inspections to identify and address immediate safety concerns or violations that pose imminent risk to the public or property.
- Issues courtesy notices, including notices of violation, citations, correction notices, and stop-work orders to establish compliance.
- Conducts follow-up investigations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
- Collaborates with property owners to achieve voluntary compliance through education, outreach, and assistance in understanding and meeting code requirements.
- Seeks compliance with city ordinances from citizens and businesses.
- Acts as liaison between the complainants, alleged violators, and the city.
- Meets with owners, tenants, contractors, developers, businesses, etc., to review and explain code requirements, violations, and/or potential violations.
- Prepares written reports of inspections as specified by department procedures.
- Enforces regulations related to public nuisances, such as overgrown vegetation, abandoned vehicles, etc., which can impact the quality of life in the city.
- Maintains files and records related to citations and violations.
- Prepares a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
- Documents violations and maintains accurate records of enforcement actions taken.
- Attends court hearing or administrative proceedings to provide testimony and evidence related to code violations when required.
- Inputs and retrieves a variety of information using a computer terminal.
- Responds to inquiries and provides necessary information to the general public regarding applicable code regulations and policies.
- Provides training and support to colleagues, new hires, or community stakeholders on code enforcement practices, regulations, and procedures to promote consistency and effectiveness in enforcement efforts.
- Collaborates with other government agencies, law enforcement, and community organizations to address systemic issues affecting code compliance and community development.
- Operates city vehicles in the performance of duties.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of general codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations.
- Knowledge of safe and efficient work practices as they relate to code enforcement.
- Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of code violation investigation and enforcement.
- Knowledge of general city services and municipal organizational structure as they relate to code enforcement.
- Knowledge of city codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations pertaining to code enforcement.
- Ability to learn principles, practices, methods, and techniques of code violation investigation and enforcement.
- Ability to learn city codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations pertaining to code enforcement.
- Ability to learn, interpret and apply state and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
- Ability to maintain and update records, logs, and reports.
- Ability to learn to enforce pertinent codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations with impartiality and efficiency.
- Ability to respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests for service in a fair, tactful, and firm manner.
- Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
- Ability to operate and use modern office equipment including a camera and a computer.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain all required licenses and certifications.
- Ability to operate City vehicle and equipment in a safe manner.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree or two (2) years of course work at a trade or vocational school in inspection or code enforcement; Three (3) years of experience in inspections or code enforcement; Possession of a valid State of Georgia driver’s license (Class C); Satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR); Satisfactory criminal history; Pass pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol screen; Equivalent combination of education and experience.
The City of McDonough, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
