What are the responsibilities and job description for the Code Compliance Trainee - Code Compliance position at City of Savannah?
Purpose
Keeping Savannah beautiful by fostering healthy relationships with citizens is what we strive for. As a Code Compliance Officer Trainee, you will be responsible for enforcing a wide variety of local ordinances including property maintenance, zoning, residential parking, sanitation, tourism, short-term vacation rentals, vehicles for hire, and towing operators to promote a safe, clean and healthy environment.
Savannah's Code Compliance Department is out on the streets every day working with the public to help solve problems and bring our neighborhoods up to "code". Come join our team as we make a difference in the community!
The City of Savannah offers great pay, excellent benefits and career progression!
APPLY TODAY!!!
Essential Job Functions
High school diploma or GED; property maintenance, law, zoning, or other code enforcement experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess a valid driver's license and ability to walk several blocks in neighborhoods daily, taking, and downloading pictures. International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) must be obtained within one (1) year of employment. Failure to obtain the IPMC certification within one year will result in immediate termination. International Zoning Certifications (IZC) is optional. Successfully obtaining certifications will result in a pay increase.
This is a critical workforce position.
Work Location: 6 Interchange Court savannah, GA
Work Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM - Rotating Weekends Off (*Work hours may vary and are subject to change according to operational needs)
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; a motor vehicle report will be conducted, and driving history must meet the standards outlined by the City of Savannah
Additional Information
Overview of Benefits
Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child
Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.
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Do you have an High School diploma or GED?
Do you have a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
Are you willing to work a flexible schedule?
Keeping Savannah beautiful by fostering healthy relationships with citizens is what we strive for. As a Code Compliance Officer Trainee, you will be responsible for enforcing a wide variety of local ordinances including property maintenance, zoning, residential parking, sanitation, tourism, short-term vacation rentals, vehicles for hire, and towing operators to promote a safe, clean and healthy environment.
Savannah's Code Compliance Department is out on the streets every day working with the public to help solve problems and bring our neighborhoods up to "code". Come join our team as we make a difference in the community!
The City of Savannah offers great pay, excellent benefits and career progression!
APPLY TODAY!!!
Essential Job Functions
- Performs routine code compliance activities: enforce regulatory codes and ordinances as mandated.
- Assists with on-site inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with city or state ordinances.
- Patrols designated areas of the city to identify code violations.
- Issues correction notices.
- Writes parking tickets.
- Writes and delivers subpoenas.
- Conducts research to identify property owners.
- Takes photographs of violations and processes towing of vehicles.
- Attends neighborhood association meetings to make presentations related to code enforcement activities.
- Conducts research to locate property owners.
- Maintains complete and accurate records.
- Performs other related duties as assigned
High school diploma or GED; property maintenance, law, zoning, or other code enforcement experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess a valid driver's license and ability to walk several blocks in neighborhoods daily, taking, and downloading pictures. International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) must be obtained within one (1) year of employment. Failure to obtain the IPMC certification within one year will result in immediate termination. International Zoning Certifications (IZC) is optional. Successfully obtaining certifications will result in a pay increase.
This is a critical workforce position.
Work Location: 6 Interchange Court savannah, GA
Work Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM - Rotating Weekends Off (*Work hours may vary and are subject to change according to operational needs)
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; a motor vehicle report will be conducted, and driving history must meet the standards outlined by the City of Savannah
Additional Information
- Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of related City of Savannah codes and ordinances.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices property maintenance code enforcement.
- Skill in decision making.
- Skill in compiling information and preparing reports.
- Skill in operating such office equipment as a typewriter, calculator, copier, and facsimile machine.
- Skill in interpersonal relations.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
Overview of Benefits
Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child
Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.
01
Do you have an High School diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
- Yes
- No
Are you willing to work a flexible schedule?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question