Code Enforcement Specialist

POSITION TITLE:              Code Enforcement Specialist

DEPARTMENT:                 Development Services

FLSA STATUS:                    Non-Exempt

SALARY GRADE:               F - $29.89 - 38.93 

REPRESENTATION:         None 

Join our team!   The Code Enforcement Specialist will be an integral part of the Development Services Department, where we focus on precision, impartiality, and collaboration! Don't miss an opportunity to become part of a team that upholds the Sandy Municipal Code that helps make Sandy a beautiful and livable community.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

This position conducts site and field inspections and enforces the City of Sandy’s Municipal Code, primarily focused on Titles 5, 12, 15, 17, and Chapter 8.16 of Title 8. This position investigates complaints, informs people of violations, explains solutions, sets and enforces compliance deadlines, and issues citations when warranted while completing all of these duties with impartially. This position works under the direction of the Development Services Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

These essential job functions only represent the core areas of responsibilities, specific assignments will vary based on the needs of the department.

• Responds to and investigates inquiries and complaints regarding code violations, acts to mediate and resolve conflicts.
• Meets with business owners, developers, and residents to inform them of violations, explains solutions, and sets and enforces compliance deadlines.
• Organizes and maintains documentation on all code enforcement contacts.
• Recommends and implements code enforcement policies and procedures and ensures uniform application of compliance requirements.
• Enforces the business license program in Title 5, including communication with businesses without a license.
• Enforces Chapter 8.16 of Title 8.

• Enforces the street tree standards in Title 12, including inspections to verify proper installation of trees.
• Enforces the sidewalk standards in Title 12, including distribution of Public Works Department permit forms.
• Enforces the dark sky code in Title 15, including enforcement of light trespass.
• Enforces the sign code in Title 15, including enforcement of temporary signs.
• Enforces all regulations in Title 17, which is the Sandy Development Code.
• Enforces code compliance with conditions of approval imposed in land use applications and determines actions to be taken to address violations of the conditions.
• Assists with enforcement of the dangerous and derelict building codes in Title 15.
• Issues citations when warranted and after consultation with the Development Services Director, and occasionally attends court proceedings and makes presentations before the Municipal Judge on code violations.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relations with coworkers, citizens, builders, developers, and the general public.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, public administration, or closely related field and two years of increasingly responsible experience.

• Advanced knowledge of City codes and related statues.
• Advanced knowledge of Code compliance methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of zoning and land use regulations.
• Knowledge and experience in construction processes.
• Knowledge of personal computers and software applications.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills to communicate violations and corrective actions in a firm and impartial manner.
• Ability to resolve conflicts.
• Ability to understand complex city code and related statutes.
• Able to perform mathematical calculations.
• Perform detailed records research.
• Ability to read, understand, and explain topographical maps, landscape plans, plot plans, blueprints, aerials, and GIS data.
• Analyze and interpret code enforcement situations to resolve issues.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which includes but is not limited to Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, management, elected officials and the general public and display excellent interpersonal skills and awareness of controversial and /or sensitive/confidential matters.

Special Requirements/Licenses:

• Must be able to pass the department’s security clearance standards, including reference check, criminal history check and satisfactory driving record.  

Supervision Received:

Works under the direct supervision of the Development Services Director who holds the employee accountable for achieving the Council goals and objectives and job responsibilities in this job description.

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 job functions.

• Required to walk up and down stairs or sit long periods of time and must have the hearing and speaking ability to carry on conversations in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Must have sufficient hand eye coordination to operate common business and media equipment.
• Must be able lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reaching, bending, stretching and handling objects as required.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include; close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

BENEFITS

The City offers a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, sick and vacation leave, and PERS. Please see our website for more details. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Sandy will give consideration to all qualified applicants for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, political affiliations, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.

Veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position open for recruitment may be eligible for preference in employment under Oregon law. If you are a Qualified Veteran or Qualified Disabled Veteran and would like to be granted preference in the selection and hiring process for a specific posted job, please fill out this Veterans’ Preference Form and provide proof of eligibility by submitting a copy of form DD-214 or 215 (copy 4). This completed form and required supporting documentation must be submitted with your application in order for consideration for Veterans’ Preference.

To Apply:  Complete the on-line application and upload your Cover Letter and Resume.