Neighborhood Services Officer

CITY OF ANTHONY

NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES OFFICER

JOB DESCRIPTION

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Salary: Neighborhood Services Chief of PoliceNon- Exempt-Hourly October 21, 2020 B1 – Pay Dependent Upon Experience and Qualifications

PURPOSE OF JOB:

Investigate a broad variety of alleged violations of city ordinances and state law, including animal control, reported by other city departments and the general public. Enforce compliance with codes and ordinances and perform on–site inspections and investigations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES:

Patrols city boundaries and issues warnings/citations as necessary

Responds and investigates complaints from residents, builders, owners, utilities, public officials,and property managers related to code interpretations and enforcement, including animal control

Enforces city and state animal regulations, including and not limited to animal cruelty,dangerous/vicious animals, both domestic and livestock

Inspects structures and land for violations of applicable safety, sanitation, codes, and ordinances

Contains, captures/traps and transports stray, sick, injured, feral or abandoned domestic animals, including emergency rescues and after-hours/weekend call-outs

Notifies property owners and/or managers of violations and discusses options to correct

Counsels/educates residents found in violation of the laws, ordinances, or codes

Maintains department records, including all communications with residents and county/stateauthorities

Reinvestigates ordinance violations before turning cases over for prosecution and testifies beforethe courts as necessary

Assist the City of Anthony Planning and Zoning Commission with legal description, owner, andzoning of properties throughout the city

Reviews issuance of zoning related permits

Maintains files of inspections, re- inspections

Consultations, phone conversations, inspection notes, and other required reports compiles statusreports on specific assignments as requested, inputs inspection reports, investigation notes, andconsultation date into computer database

Issues citations for code violations

Coordinates with other State and Federal regulatory agencies in assuring compliance withrelevant regulations

Participates in professional development activities

Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the City of Anthony Planning and Zoning Ordinances and the geography of the municipality. Prepare, compile, organize, and maintain records, reports, and information in an effective manner and in compliance with departmental and/or governmental regulations. Use independent judgment in routine and non–routine situations. Utilize computer applications and processes/techniques to complete daily duties. Plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Strong written and oral communication skills. Experience reading plans and other technical diagrams, plats, and documents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Associates degree in construction technology or equivalent experience

Knowledge of the purpose and methods of animal control, including containment of domesticanimals

Knowledge of National Uniform building codes, zoning, and land use ordinances

Preference given for prior experience in code compliance, firefighting, law enforcement, animalshelter and/or in general construction

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass the Motor Vehicle Records evaluation upon hiringand additionally, an annual review

Must possess the New Mexico General Building Inspector Certification or obtain within 12 months of hire date

Must possess an Animal Control certification or obtain within 12 months of hire date

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical demand requirements are moderate. Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a computer, copier, vehicle, ladder, hand tools and scales. Must be able to move or carry objects or materials up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently.

LANGUAGE ABILITY:

Requires Spanish proficiency (read and write fluently)

NUMERICAL APTITUDE:

Required the ability to utilize mathematical formulas

MANUAL DEXTERITY:

Must have considerable levels of eye, hand, and foot coordination, including the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion and the other for a second task.

COLOR DESCRIMINATION:

Must be able to differentiate between colors and shades of color

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION:

Must be able to speak and hear to communicate via telephone and two- way radio

Pay: $14.53 - $26.20 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $26