Code Enforcement Officer

McCracken County Fiscal Court is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Code Enforcement Officer.

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for performing various technical duties in support of the County code enforcement program. Code Enforcement Officers monitor and enforce a variety of applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations related to land and property use, nuisance conditions, health and safety, and other matters of public concern and serve as a resource providing information on ordinances, codes, and regulations to property owners, residents, businesses, the general public, and other departments within the County.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts field investigations and property inspections to uncover violations of nuisance, junk and debris, abandoned/inoperative vehicles, housing, and related ordinances.
• Respond to public inquiries and nuisance abatement complaints and answer questions related to code enforcement activities by researching, interpreting, and explaining regulations.
• Contact responsible persons, landlords or tenants and perform follow-up investigations to ensure that remedial action has been taken; develop and maintain accurate case files.
• Issue notices, citations, fines, and related documentation for code violations.
• Prepare evidence in support of enforcement actions; appear and present at Code Enforcement Board meetings as necessary.
• Represents County effectively, courteously, and professionally with the public, staff, and other various agencies on code enforcement matters.
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be hardworking, reliable, punctual, organized, self-motivated and trustworthy.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Basic principles and practices used in the enforcement of laws, ordinances, and codes.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:

• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED.
• Must possess a Commonwealth of Kentucky motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must successfully pass a drug screen and employment background check.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in the office and field under varying weather conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings