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Job Description Under minimal supervision, provides technical and investigatory work in the enforcement of municipal, state and federal codes including responding to complaints, conducting site visits and abatements; gathering, compiling and maintaining evidence through written, photographic and electronic records; and monitoring progress of compliance. Does related work as required. May serve as lead to other Code Enforcement Officers.

There are two levels for this position, following is the hiring ranges based on experience: Code Enforcement Officer I: $26.52/hour to $36.47/hour Code Enforcement Officer II: $28.38/hour to $39.03/hour The full salary range for all these levels to provide opportunity for growth and development: Code Enforcement Officer I: 26.52/hour to $46.41/hour Code Enforcement Officer II: $28.38/hour to $49.67/hour Examples of Duties Investigates various code and ordinance complaints and issues violation notices; Determines proper procedures and methods to enforce compliance; Conducts evaluations of properties, compiles information on properties and presents it to the Deputy Zoning Administrator for discussion; Responds to public inquiries regarding applicable regulations, concerns and questions; Prepares detailed review of as-built compliance, infrastructure securities, and proffer requirements; Enforces the conditions and requirements associated with conditional use permits, special exceptions, variances, and proffered rezoning's; Conducts inspections on as-built applications, landscaping inspections, and infrastructure securities inspection; Prepares, assembles and maintains legal, case correspondence and related documents; Works with County Attorney for cases involving court action; Testifies in court as needed; Conducts property deed research as needed; Approves kennel licenses, small family daycare permits, and home occupancy permits; Reviews building permits for compliance with zoning ordinance and related codes and regulations; Participates in pre-construction meetings with architects, engineers, and contractors; Coordinates work with other departments and agencies; Performs related tasks as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to understand and interpret the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance and other codes; Ability to read and interpret site plans for zoning conformance; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with property owners, building contractors, County officials, associates, and the general public; Ability to enforce ordinances and regulations, and to document and maintain files. Education and Experience Code Enforcement Officer I: A combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or G.E.D., supplemented by courses in planning and zoning or a related field

Minimum of 1 year experience effectively dealing with the public in code enforcement, law enforcement, engineering, planning and zoning, building inspections or investigations, preferably in local government. Other equivalent education and work experience may be considered in meeting the minimum education and experience requirements. Code Enforcement Officer II: A combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or G.E.D., supplemented by courses and in planning and zoning or related field, and 3 to 5 years of experience effectively dealing with the public in code enforcement, law enforcement, engineering, planning and zoning, building inspections or investigations, preferably in local government

Other equivalent education and work experience may be considered in meeting the minimum education and experience requirements. Special Requirements Possession of a driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Possession of a Certification of Zoning Official (CZO) through the Virginia Association of Zoning Officials;.