TITLE: Code Enforcement Officer, Silver Spring Township
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
POSITION SUMMARY: This is an administrative and technical position requiring inspections and enforcement of Silver Spring Township codes and ordinances not administered by the Police Department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs a variety of field and office work to support the regulations and ordinances relating to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, property maintenance codes, health and safety, blight, and other matters of property maintenance Receives and investigates citizen complaints; discuss violations with owner or contractor and provides recommendations for resolutions; drafts and sends all notice(s) and order(s) to violators Advises public on the proper practices for compliance of township codes and ordinances.
Provides guidance and instructions regarding code and ordinance inquiries.
Directs property owner how to secure vacant buildings per code with proper materials and post property as necessary.
Assists in the maintenance of property, including maintenance violations, but not limited to, permit applications, permits issued, certificates issued, zoning, building and codes, inspections conducted, reports rendered, and notice of violation orders and citations issued Assists in researching, developing, maintaining and enforcing the ordinance process Researches, drafts, writes and/or makes recommendations to revise Silver Spring Township ordinances and applies these ordinances to assigned duties Prepares evidence in support of legal actions taken by the township; appear in court as needed; testify at hearings and court proceedings Maintain accurate documentation and case files on all investigations, inspections, enforcement actions and other job-related activities including accurate and detailed information regarding code enforcement activity to substantiate violations; draw diagrams, make illustrations and take photographs Files all citations with local magistrate Utilizes electronic programs to obtain names and addresses of township code violators Monitors PA legislation pertaining to code enforcement activities and reports changes to Department Manager Attend code training seminars, conferences and workshops to obtain and maintain required certifications and to enhance performance of duties Assist Public Safety Department when applicable Serve as Assistant Zoning Officer Assist & Issue zoning, use, and sign permits. Verify conformance with zoning, recorded plans, and Zoning Hearing Board findings.
Assists with performing initial, on-going, and final inspections of plans and property for conformity to Zoning and other ordinance requirements.
Assist with advising contractors and public on the proper processes and practices for compliance with township zoning ordinances.
Assist MS4 Coordinator with inspections and other duties as needed.
Performs all other duties assigned
Position Requirements:
Experience, Education, Licenses/Certifications
Three (3) years of experience in construction, fire protection management, code enforcement, engineering or related field with a high school diploma, GED, or education equivalent Obtain Building Code Official certification or applicable certification trainings related to duties and responsibilities as determined by the Department Manager within six (6) months of hire Must possess a valid PA driver’s license.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule: 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
More info at https://www.sstwp.org/Jobs.aspx