What are the responsibilities and job description for the Code Compliance Officer I position at City of Overland Park?
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Code Compliance Officer I(Job Id 1412)
Location: US:KS:Overland Park Category: Planning/Community
Development
Employment Type: Employee
Post Date: 06/01/2026 Salary: Negotiable USD
Description
The City of Overland Park has a full-time Code Compliance Officer I
position available in the Planning &Development Services Department.
Summary
Inspects residential and nonresidential property and enforces compliance
with municipal codes and ordinances related to zoning, public nuisances,
property maintenance, public health and environment. Prepares and issues
violation notices, notices to appear in Municipal Court, work orders for
abatement action by the City, written reports, memos and correspondence.
Participates in emergency operations, including snow removal, as
Duties And Responsibilities
required, and other duties as assigned.
Receives, investigates, and inspects alleged violations and enforces
local codes, ordinances and state laws related to zoning, public
nuisances,
property maintenance, public health and environment. Inspects
residential rental property for compliance with local ordinances.
Prepares inspection reports, issues violation notices and takes
appropriate action based on findings of inspection/investigation,
recommends and
assists with posting vacant property. Prepares and issues work orders
for abatement action by the City.
Issues Notice to Appear in Municipal Court. Compiles evidence, consults
with Prosecutor\'s Office regarding legal action and prosecution of
violators
and may prepare prosecution summaries. Attends and testifies at
arraignment and trial.
Utilizes the Citys various computer software applications used on a
daily basis for entering daily inspections, scheduling re-inspections,
adding
complaints and managing pictures and correspondence.
Inspects and issues permits to massage businesses.
Meets with Homes Associations and other neighborhood groups when
requested to speak on code enforcement and issues related to property
maintenance.
Assists with conducting solid waste vehicle inspections.
Participates in the emergency management operations for the City,
including snow removal, as required. Carries out and/or performs other
duties
as assigned.
The employee must work the days and hours necessary to perform all
assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially
during
regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with subordinates,
supervisors, customers, vendors and any other persons or organization
with
whom interaction is required to accomplish work and employer goals.
The employee must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of
performance, including, but not limited to, attendance standards and
work deadlines; beginning and ending assignments on time; and scheduled
work breaks, where applicable.
Must successfully pass a through background check, drug screen and
physical exam.
Requirements
Education equivalent to high school diploma required.
Additional college-level courses in business correspondence and/or
conflict resolution preferred.
Employees hired after April 15, 2014 must have or obtain a commercial
driver\'s license (CDL) within 12 months of employment with the City and
maintain an insurable driving record.
Must possess a valid have or obtain a commercial drivers license (CDL)
within 12 months of employment with the City and maintain an insurable
driving record.
Experience
The preferred candidate will have two years job-related work experience
in code enforcement work of any kind or experience in construction, food
safety or environmental health.
Skills
Analytical and research skills.
Attention to detail.
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Basic math &accounting.
Computer software skills to process and enter daily work.
Facilitation.
Must be able to communicate effectively with managers and supervisors,
vendors and the general public.
Project Management.
Working knowledge of public sector administration.
Public Speaking.
Time Management.
Good oral and written communication.
Use of testing and sampling equipment to test chlorine and Ph levels in
the pools.
Mental Requirements
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to exhibit diplomacy and judgment.
Ability to recognize and protect confidential information.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to read and comprehend policies and regulations.
Ability to r
information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13638195
Code Compliance Officer I(Job Id 1412)
Location: US:KS:Overland Park Category: Planning/Community
Development
Employment Type: Employee
Post Date: 06/01/2026 Salary: Negotiable USD
Description
The City of Overland Park has a full-time Code Compliance Officer I
position available in the Planning &Development Services Department.
Summary
Inspects residential and nonresidential property and enforces compliance
with municipal codes and ordinances related to zoning, public nuisances,
property maintenance, public health and environment. Prepares and issues
violation notices, notices to appear in Municipal Court, work orders for
abatement action by the City, written reports, memos and correspondence.
Participates in emergency operations, including snow removal, as
Duties And Responsibilities
required, and other duties as assigned.
Receives, investigates, and inspects alleged violations and enforces
local codes, ordinances and state laws related to zoning, public
nuisances,
property maintenance, public health and environment. Inspects
residential rental property for compliance with local ordinances.
Prepares inspection reports, issues violation notices and takes
appropriate action based on findings of inspection/investigation,
recommends and
assists with posting vacant property. Prepares and issues work orders
for abatement action by the City.
Issues Notice to Appear in Municipal Court. Compiles evidence, consults
with Prosecutor\'s Office regarding legal action and prosecution of
violators
and may prepare prosecution summaries. Attends and testifies at
arraignment and trial.
Utilizes the Citys various computer software applications used on a
daily basis for entering daily inspections, scheduling re-inspections,
adding
complaints and managing pictures and correspondence.
Inspects and issues permits to massage businesses.
Meets with Homes Associations and other neighborhood groups when
requested to speak on code enforcement and issues related to property
maintenance.
Assists with conducting solid waste vehicle inspections.
Participates in the emergency management operations for the City,
including snow removal, as required. Carries out and/or performs other
duties
as assigned.
The employee must work the days and hours necessary to perform all
assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially
during
regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with subordinates,
supervisors, customers, vendors and any other persons or organization
with
whom interaction is required to accomplish work and employer goals.
The employee must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of
performance, including, but not limited to, attendance standards and
work deadlines; beginning and ending assignments on time; and scheduled
work breaks, where applicable.
Must successfully pass a through background check, drug screen and
physical exam.
Requirements
Education equivalent to high school diploma required.
Additional college-level courses in business correspondence and/or
conflict resolution preferred.
Employees hired after April 15, 2014 must have or obtain a commercial
driver\'s license (CDL) within 12 months of employment with the City and
maintain an insurable driving record.
Must possess a valid have or obtain a commercial drivers license (CDL)
within 12 months of employment with the City and maintain an insurable
driving record.
Experience
The preferred candidate will have two years job-related work experience
in code enforcement work of any kind or experience in construction, food
safety or environmental health.
Skills
Analytical and research skills.
Attention to detail.
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Basic math &accounting.
Computer software skills to process and enter daily work.
Facilitation.
Must be able to communicate effectively with managers and supervisors,
vendors and the general public.
Project Management.
Working knowledge of public sector administration.
Public Speaking.
Time Management.
Good oral and written communication.
Use of testing and sampling equipment to test chlorine and Ph levels in
the pools.
Mental Requirements
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to exhibit diplomacy and judgment.
Ability to recognize and protect confidential information.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to read and comprehend policies and regulations.
Ability to r