City of Marietta, GA

Municipal government delivering city services

Inspector Code Enforcement

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Full-timeMarietta, GA, USA$21.77 - $24.83In-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
A minimum of 5 years of related code enforcement experience in housing and/or zoning code enforcement is required.
Must hold International Code Council Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certifications or obtain them within the working test period; certification must be maintained throughout employment.
Must have a valid Class C Georgia driver’s license and a satisfactory driving history.
Knowledge of approved methods and materials used in building construction.
Ability to use a PC and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to enforce city and zoning codes firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
Thorough knowledge of standard housing codes and city and county zoning regulations, and the ability to interpret them appropriately.
Ability to recognize code and ordinance violations or potential violations and recommend corrections.
Ability to perform limited title searches to determine or locate property owners.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, building owners, tenants, and the public.
Successful candidates must submit to a drug screen and background inquiry.

Responsibilities

Inspect existing residential buildings for structural, safety, and other hazards; cite necessary corrections to achieve compliance with city housing codes and zoning ordinances; oversee and check remedial actions; and recommend changes as necessary.
Condemn unsafe structures that jeopardize public health, safety, and welfare; notify tenants when to vacate; occasionally assist tenants in relocating to public housing; prepare demolition orders; provide evidence, testimony, and recommendations to Municipal Court; and direct demolition of condemned structures as ordered by the court.
Maintain and update computer and hard-copy records of actions taken and related activities; prepare and send reports, letters, and other correspondence to property owners to resolve violations or complaints.
Interpret and explain building and zoning ordinances, codes, and regulations to builders, contractors, homeowners, and the public.
Coordinate commercial inspections with appropriate city and BLW staff inspectors, including Fire and Building department personnel; submit inspection results to property owners and notify them of actions to be taken.
Respond to citizen complaints by investigating unsanitary or overgrown conditions on vacant lots or around buildings, junked cars, and related violations; notify the Police department of vagrancy and criminal or drug-related activities; contact those responsible for violations and issue notices to discontinue, remove, or correct problems violating city ordinances and zoning requirements; perform limited title searches as needed; and conduct follow-up inspections to verify required improvements.
Enforce city sign ordinances by conducting inspections and issuing citations.
Provide records, testimony, and other evidence of unresolved violations before Municipal Court and City Council hearings as needed.
Keep current with housing and code enforcement regulations and city ordinances.
Assist in providing information to City Council and other city officials involved in creating new ordinances; attend community, public, zoning, and other meetings as needed.
Assist in training new employees.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Rate of Pay: $21.77 - $24.83
Status: Open Until Filled

This is a position within the Development Services department that reports to the Code Enforcement Manager. The employee is responsible for performing inspections necessary to enforce the city codes and zoning ordinances.

Inspects existing residential buildings for structural, safety and other hazards, citing corrections that must be made to bring structure into compliance with city housing codes and zoning ordinance; oversees and checks remedial actions and recommends changes as necessary.
Condemns unsafe structures which jeopardize public health, safety and welfare; notifies tenants when to vacate; and occasionally assists tenants in relocation to public housing. Prepares demolition orders and provides Municipal Court with evidence, testimony and recommendations for action. Directs demolition of condemned structures as ordered by Municipal Court.
Maintains and updates computer and hard copy records of actions taken and other related activities. Prepares and sends written reports, letters and other correspondence to property owners to resolve violations or complaints.
Interprets and explains building and zoning ordinances, codes, and regulations to builders, contractors, homeowners, and the public.
Coordinates commercial inspections with appropriate city/BLW staff inspectors including Fire and Building department personnel. Submits inspection results to property owner and notifies of actions to be taken.
Responds to citizen complaints by conducting field investigations of unsanitary or overgrown conditions on vacant lots or grounds around buildings, junked cars, and other related violations. Notifies the Police department for enforcement of vagrancy and criminal or drug related activities. Contacts persons responsible for violations and gives notices to discontinue, remove or correct problems that are in violation of city ordinances and zoning requirements. Performs a limited Title search to locate property owners as needed. Performs follow-up inspections to ensure that required improvements have been made.
Enforces city sign ordinances, which includes making inspections, and issuing citations.
Provides records, testimony and other related evidence of unresolved violations before Municipal Court and City Council hearings as needed.
Keeps up to date with new housing and code enforcement regulations and city ordinances.
Assists in providing information for City Council and other city officials involved in creating new ordnances. Attends community, public, zoning and other meetings as needed.
Assists in training new employees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED Required.
A minimum of 5 years related code enforcement experience in housing and/or zoning code enforcement and must have International Codes Congress (ICC) Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certifications or must obtain within the working test period. Certification must be maintained throughout employment.
Must have a valid Class C Georgia driver’s license and a satisfactory driving history.
Knowledge of approved methods and materials used in building construction.
Ability to us a PC and skill using MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and other related applications.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to enforce city and zoning codes firmly, tactfully, and with impartiality.
Thorough knowledge of Standard Housing Codes, city and county zoning regulations and the ability to interpret these appropriately.
Ability to recognize violations or potential violations of codes and ordinances to recommend their correction.
Ability to perform a limited Title searches to determine or locate property owners.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, building owners, tenants, and the public.

Disclaimer
Successful candidates are required to submit to drug screen & background inquiry.

About the Company

City of Marietta, GA

Municipal government delivering city services

Marietta provides local government services to residents and businesses, including utilities (Marietta Power & Water), sanitation, road maintenance, parks, public safety, and planning and economic development. Services are delivered through city departments overseen by a City Manager under a Mayor-Council-Manager form of government. It differentiates itself through integrated service delivery, a clear governance structure, and active economic development programs that support both large employers and small businesses. Its goal is to provide reliable services, maintain infrastructure, ensure public safety, preserve the community’s character, and foster local economic growth.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Marietta, GA
Founded: 1834

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