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TOWN OF NARRAGANSETT
DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTION
Title: Rental, Zoning and Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Officer
Nature of Work
This position works with and assists the Police Department and Building Inspections Department in the enforcement of Town Ordinances, which include rental properties and zoning in addition to the Rhode Island Property Maintenance Code. These may include issues dealing with occupancy, trash, parking, zoning, noise, and other quality of life issues. Duties are performed under the general supervision of the Police Chief and the Building Official or his/her designee for each.
Essential Functions
1.Receives direction, inquires, and complaints from the Police Chief, Building Official, and from the public and addresses and responds to those concerns as they relate to Town Ordinances and applicable Codes.
2.Works with property managers, neighborhood associations, and residents to address and enforce the applicable Codes and Ordinances.
3.Enforces the applicable Town Ordinances and Property Maintenance Code to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of Town residents.
4.Performs assigned duties on nights and weekends in addition to normal work days if necessary.
5.Performs related work as required as well as such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Police Chief and/or the Building Official and which are not inconsistent with this position.
Critical Skills, Experience, and Knowledge
1.Ability to understand and to follow written and oral instructions and to work effectively with minimum supervision.
2.Ability to deal effectively with the public and other employees both orally and in writing.
3.Ability to prepare and present the required reports, violation notices, correspondence, and other documents as needed in written and electronic formats.
4.Ability to work independently and with various groups as necessary.
5.Capable of performing word processing functions and working in electronic permitting platforms.
6.Ability to maintain accurate records and files.
7.Ability to compose routine correspondence, letter, notices, and other documents as required.
8.Ability to present information and represent the Town in Municipal Court and other judicial venues if necessary in the enforcement of the Ordinances and Codes.
Minimum Required Qualifications
1.Valid Rhode Island Driver's License, with no restrictions that would limit or adversely affect insurability.
2.Working knowledge of computer systems including word processing, data entry, electronic permitting software, and other Town electronic software programs as necessary.
3.High School diploma or GED.
4.Eligible to become a Narragansett constable.
5.Prior experience as a police officer, building inspector, or in code enforcement is preferred.
Physical Environment/Working Conditions/Physical Demands
1. The work environment may be within an office setting or a field setting, including construction sites and high traffic zones.
2. Working conditions may vary from moderate temperatures and light (office environment) to inclement weather and night (field environment).
3. The employee may routinely lift and/or move objects up to ninety (90) pounds, and may climb or crawl into and out of limited access areas such as tank trenches, meter pits, crawl spaces, basements, etc. with or without the aid of steps and ladders.
Special Requirements
Please e-mail resume to the Human Resources Manager at proosa@narragansettri.gov