Code Enforcement Specialist

Summary

Code Enforcement OfficerThe City of Neenah is seeking an individual whose passion is to provide a safe and inviting community by providing general code enforcement functions and administering and enforcing municipal codes. The majority of work involved performing enforcement tasks in gaining compliance with a variety of quality-of-life ordinances including property inspections, order issuance and compliance checks. This position works independently with little supervision.Our Mission: We are Neenah's Guardians, standing between peace and peril to keep our community safe. We are warriors against evil, defenders of life, protectors of rights, and friends of the people. Code Enforcement works with citizens, residents, and property owners to address complaints and work towards compliance.Key Responsibilities:Secures code compliance through education and enforcement which may include citation preparation, citation issuance and legal testimony.Perform education and enforcement tasks in gaining compliance with a variety of property maintenance and quality of life ordinances in the City of Neenah including, but not limited to, long grass, sidewalk snow removal, brush, garbage, vision clearance, banners and signs, junk and debris, inoperable or unlicensed vehicles, improper parking of vehicles and trailers, etc.Initiates warning letters, citations, or civil actions on violations.Prepares reports and maintains records to be submitted to state and local authorities for all programs.Meets with homeowners, landlords, and tenants to discuss concerns with code issues found and correction notices issued by the Code Enforcement Inspector as a result of inspection activity.Meets with and communicates with other city officials, including members of the Department of Public Works, the Department of Community Development, the City Attorney, and elected officials to discuss certain violations and to formulate an enforcement plan.Assists the Department of Community Development and the City Attorney's office with issuing of citations and delivery of paperwork as needed for their cases.Implement and utilize the techniques and processes as provided by City staff to identify violations, to communicate with offending parties, and to gain compliance.Assist the police department with miscellaneous duties as needed, such as traffic direction, community service, administrative duties, etc.Additional duties included in full job description.Qualifications:Education: Associates Degree; or 60 college credits or High School diploma with 2 years' previous code/ordinance enforcement law enforcement experienceExperience: 3 years customer relationsOther: Valid Wisconsin driver license, or the ability to obtain a within 3 months.Schedule:20 hours per week - Tentative schedule is three 8-hour shifts one week, two 8-hour shifts the next week. This will be flexible based on department needs.Salary and Benefits:Pay Range: $24.01 to 28.70 per hour depending on experience. Pay range reflects base to midpoint of the pay scale.Benefits: Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.Application Process: Interested candidates should submit an online application and resume as soon as possible. The position will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates being considered may be asked to participate in a phone screen, skills assessment, and an in-person interview. All candidates are subject to an extensive criminal background and driving record screening.Join our team and make a difference in the Neenah community through public education and compliance in municipal codes and ordinances.The City of Neenah 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.

Job Description

Code Enforcement OfficerThe City of Neenah is seeking an individual whose passion is to provide a safe and inviting community by providing general code enforcement functions and administering and enforcing municipal codes. The majority of work involved performing enforcement tasks in gaining compliance with a variety of quality-of-life ordinances including property inspections, order issuance and compliance checks. This position works independently with little supervision.Our Mission: We are Neenah's Guardians, standing between peace and peril to keep our community safe. We are warriors against evil, defenders of life, protectors of rights, and friends of the people. Code Enforcement works with citizens, residents, and property owners to address complaints and work towards compliance.Key Responsibilities:Secures code compliance through education and enforcement which may include citation preparation, citation issuance and legal testimony.Perform education and enforcement tasks in gaining compliance with a variety of property maintenance and quality of life ordinances in the City of Neenah including, but not limited to, long grass, sidewalk snow removal, brush, garbage, vision clearance, banners and signs, junk and debris, inoperable or unlicensed vehicles, improper parking of vehicles and trailers, etc.Initiates warning letters, citations, or civil actions on violations.Prepares reports and maintains records to be submitted to state and local authorities for all programs.Meets with homeowners, landlords, and tenants to discuss concerns with code issues found and correction notices issued by the Code Enforcement Inspector as a result of inspection activity.Meets with and communicates with other city officials, including members of the Department of Public Works, the Department of Community Development, the City Attorney, and elected officials to discuss certain violations and to formulate an enforcement plan.Assists the Department of Community Development and the City Attorney's office with issuing of citations and delivery of paperwork as needed for their cases.Implement and utilize the techniques and processes as provided by City staff to identify violations, to communicate with offending parties, and to gain compliance.Assist the police department with miscellaneous duties as needed, such as traffic direction, community service, administrative duties, etc.Additional duties included in full job description.Qualifications:Education: Associates Degree; or 60 college credits or High School diploma with 2 years' previous code/ordinance enforcement law enforcement experienceExperience: 3 years customer relationsOther: Valid Wisconsin driver license, or the ability to obtain a within 3 months.Schedule:20 hours per week - Tentative schedule is three 8-hour shifts one week, two 8-hour shifts the next week. This will be flexible based on department needs.Salary and Benefits:Pay Range: $24.01 to 28.70 per hour depending on experience. Pay range reflects base to midpoint of the pay scale.Benefits: Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.Application Process: Interested candidates should submit an online application and resume as soon as possible. The position will remain open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates being considered may be asked to participate in a phone screen, skills assessment, and an in-person interview. All candidates are subject to an extensive criminal background and driving record screening.Join our team and make a difference in the Neenah community through public education and compliance in municipal codes and ordinances.The City of Neenah 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.