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City of Gulfport · 1 day ago

Code Enforcement Officer

Gulfport, MS

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$37K/yr - $37K/yr

City of Gulfport is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to help protect the safety and health of citizens by ensuring compliance with housing and zoning ordinances. The role involves conducting inspections, responding to complaints, and collaborating with other departments to enforce regulations.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Respond to citizen’s complaints of code violations

Inspects and investigates potential violations of city ordinances which have been reported to determine if a violation has occurred

Proactively patrols and inspects properties for code violations during the course of duties

Researches land ownership records, permitting records and past or current code violations using computer

Prepares and issues notices of violation to be sent after inspection; communicates with alleged violators regarding findings, the process they will be involved in, and the resolution of the violation

Re-inspects violations for compliance

Post properties in accordance with state laws as required

Aid property owners in the abatement of nuisance or violation

Develop, organize and submit paperwork as deemed necessary to support Environmental Court proceedings

Appears in court or other judicial proceedings to submit testimony, evidence, and case summary for the enforcement/prosecution of criminal infractions of codes, ordinances and/or laws

Works in compliance with other departments that are engaged in code compliance tasks. (i.e., building inspector, public works, storm water, fire codes, etc.) Maintains communications for establishing coordination with other departments/agencies relevant to code enforcement activities

Performs data entry in computer as necessary

Maintain accurate records and documentations of complaints, property inspections, and case violations

Maintains cleanliness of assigned vehicle and equipment

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Municipal Code enforcementICC Inspector CertificationData analysisReport writingNegotiation techniquesConflict resolutionCustomer service skillsComputer proficiency

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must possess a valid Mississippi driver's license

Must obtain ICC Inspector Certification within 12 months of hire

Municipal Code enforcement methods and procedures

Safe and efficient work practices related to inspections and enforcement duties

Techniques of negotiations and conflict resolution

Possess strong customer service skills with the ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and citizen groups, businesses, and other internal and external agencies

Ability to deal with the public tactfully and courteously

Ability to enforce regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the general public, City Official or other department employees

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

Gather and analyze data for the purpose of preparing accurate and concise written and statistical reports

Ability to extract legal descriptions and ownership information from records as required

Interpret and implement assigned regulations, policies, and procedures as they are related to the program

Interpret City codes and determining corrective action

Apply analytical skills and understand impact and consequences of decisions and actions

Read and interpret laws, codes, ordinances and policies

Process information and data in a relevant manner to reach reasonable conclusions and make practical decisions

Travel to remote sites within the city to conduct inspections

Work indoors or outdoors in a variety of climatic conditions

Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing

Meet deadlines and work independently

Ability to write reports and business correspondences

Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications

Maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees, supervisor and other departments

Preferred

Experience or training dealing with the public in any of the following types of work: Code Enforcement, Planning, Building Inspection, Investigation or other closely related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above