Code Enforcement Official

SYNOPSIS:

This position involves both field and office work related to investigating instances of nonpayment for business licenses and related permits. Responsibilities include enforcing the city's business license code, monitoring and addressing code violations, and issuing business licenses and relevant regulatory permits. The individual in this role is tasked with maximizing revenue recovery for the city. The work is conducted in close collaboration with other city departments and is supervised directly by the Fire Chief.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensure compliance with municipal codes, policies, and regulations; develop and implement procedures for document processing and records management.
• Collaborate closely with the Building Inspector to verify that contractors are properly licensed before commencing work.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, the local business community, and the general public.
• Check for code violations related to overgrown weeds, junk vehicles, sign ordinances, etc. Respond to departmental phone calls and inquiries, and prepare related correspondence. Assist with scheduling building inspections, calculating fees, and generating permits. Canvass the city to identify new businesses requiring licenses; issue notices for license payments due; and follow up on cases to ensure payment compliance.
• Conduct random checks of businesses to confirm possession of licenses for all taxable operations.
• File assessments for business license violations and testify in court as needed to enforce payment.
• Inspect street vendors and transient vendors to verify license possession; respond to related telephone inquiries.
• Maintain accurate license records on the computer.  Investigate complaints regarding business activities as they arise.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, and city departments to address compliance issues and license revocation proceedings.
• Research legal filings to identify businesses subject to municipal code.  Ensure that all program records are properly maintained.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, stoop, bend, squat, and walk on uneven ground. Demonstrate manual dexterity to operate office machines, reach for files, lift books, etc. Capable of lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Perform other job-related functions as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must have extensive knowledge of city ordinances and codes
• Must have extensive knowledge of businesses operating within the city
• Must possess mental acuity for attention to accuracy and detail
• Considerable knowledge of business English, mathematics, and general administrative and accounting procedures
• Ability to meet the public courteously and tactfully, to obtain information, and to give clear and concise explanations of city ordinances and regulations
• Ability to exercise mature and stable judgment in the enforcement of city ordinances and regulations
• Ability to maintain required office records both manually and electronically

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be a graduate of an accredited high school or hold a certificate of high school equivalency (GED).
• Be a Certified Municipal Revenue Officer (CMRO) or obtain certification within two (2) years from the date of hire
• Have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in city operations and working with the public.
• Possess a valid driver’s license (or be able to obtain within sixty (60) days from the date of hire) and a driving record suitable for insurability.
• Possess the necessary computer skills to perform the essential functions of the position, preferably in Microsoft Word® and Excel®.
• Be willing to work non-standard hours and overtime as required.
• Be willing to travel overnight to attend continuing education courses and workshops.
• Be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE FOR FULL-TIME POSITION:

• BCBS Health/Dental (single coverage paid by City)
• EMC Life Insurance (paid by City)
• Retirement through RSA (with a City match)
• Vision Plan
• Sick leave (accrued when paid bi-weekly)
• Vacation (after completing 1 year probation)
• Paid Holidays

APPLICATION DEADLINE/PROCEDURE:

• Complete application files must be received by Human Resources. This position will remain open until filled.

A complete file consists of:

• A current City of Pell City employment application
• Current resume [Note: Resume, when required, should address how the applicant has fulfilled the qualifications, required and preferred (if applicable), listed on this job announcement]
• The City Council may, in its discretion, waive or modify any stated qualification for a candidate who demonstrates exceptional experience, competence, and suitability for the position.
• The City of Pell City may extend the application deadline to ensure an adequate pool of qualified applicants. Applications received after the deadline or incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Applicant may be required to submit employment verifications from current and prior employers prior to a job offer being made.
• Application forms may be downloaded at our website: www.pellcity.gov and should be returned to:

City of Pell City Human Resources 1000 Bruce Etheredge Pkwy, Suite 201, Pell City, AL 35128, or Email [email protected]. (Please include the job title in the subject line.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,865.60 - $78,270.40 per year

Work Location: In person