Code Enforcement Officer - City of San Luis, AZ : Job Details

Salary: $22.02 HourlyLocation : San Luis, AZJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 2024-00048Department: Development ServicesDivision: Development ServiceOpening Date: 10/15/2024Closing Date: Continuous ABOUT THE POSITIONYOUR FUTURE BEGINS HERE! Join one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona and the youngest in Yuma County! Under general supervision, enforces municipal code and state laws pertaining to health, safety, zoning/land use, property maintenance, business licenses, and building code; inspects, investigates, and processes code/law violations and works with law enforcement and prosecutors to prepare cases and testify in court; and performs other related duties as required. As the Code Enforcement Officer, you will:

• Respond to complaints and proactively survey the city to resolve code violations; enforce municipal codes and state laws pertaining to health, safety zoning/land use, property maintenance, business licenses, and building codes.
• Coordinates code enforcement activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies.
• Prepares and responds to correspondence pertaining to code enforcement matters/issues, including notices and orders to comply with abatement notices, complaints, and requests for information.
• Monitors and investigates various businesses relative to various mitigation measures imposed as part of the discretionary review process.
• Prepares court cases and testifies in court as needed.
• Conducts research and prepares special reports relative to code enforcement activities/ regulations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

IDEAL CANDIDATE Knowledge of:

• Federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulation relating to health, safety zoning/land use, property maintenance, business licenses, business taxes, animal control and related matters.
• English grammar, punctuation, and spelling sufficient to prepare citations and notices.
• Legal issues pertaining to inspection warrants, abatement warrants, notices and orders to comply, summary abatement, complaint preparation and related issues.
• Code compliance investigation practices, evidence gathering and preservation methods and techniques.
• Office procedures, practices and equipment.

Ability to:

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Read, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations and codes.
• Read and interpret maps, plans and legal descriptions.
• Prepare clear and concise citations, notices and reports and routine correspondence.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Conduct thorough inspections of property and buildings.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED:All requirements must be maintained throughout employment:

• Residency in the United
• A valid Arizona driver's license at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent,
• Two (2) years experience working with the public, including a minimum of one year interpreting and applying regulations, rules, and laws.

Licenses and Certificates (must be maintained throughout employment):

• Possession of AACE Code Enforcement Officer Certification or required to obtain within six (6) months of employment with the City in this position.

Desired/Preferred:

• Bilingual in Spanish.
• San Luis residency.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, to walk and stand on uneven terrain, occasionally climb stairs; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds unaided. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, normal color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Mental DemandsWhile performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; uses math and mathematical reasoning; performs highly detailed work; deals with multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public and dissatisfied/abusive individuals. Work EnvironmentThe employee works primarily in a field environment subject to heat, cold, rain, noise, dust, and fumes. Certain positions within the classification may require availability to work a flexible schedule.The City of San Luis is committed to Professional Growth and Career Development - Current employees may be given preferred consideration if they meet the position's minimum requirements.OPEN UNTIL FILLED Applications will be reviewed 10 days after the posting date, and interviews will be conducted if a pool of qualified applicants is determined. Interested incumbents are encouraged to apply promptly.Candidates with the most relevant backgrounds will be invited to participate in the interview/assessment process. The City of San Luis offers the following benefits to all full-time City employees:MEDICAL/ DENTAL/ VISION INSURANCE - The City of San Luis is proud to provide medical, dental and vision insurance for it's employees which is administered by 90Degree Benefits. Dependent premiums are paid one month in advance and are pre-taxed. Additional information regarding medical, dental and vision benefits may be requested from the Human Resources Department.ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) - City employees are required to enroll in the Arizona State Retirement System.

• Employee Contribution - 12.03%
• Employer Contribution - 12.03%

ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) - LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)

• Employee Contribution - .014%
• Employer Contribution - .014%

SOCIAL SECURITY AND MEDICARE- FICA (Social Security Tax) - Employee Contribution- 6.20%Medicare - Employee Contribution - 1.4500%.PAID TIME OFF (PTO) -Vacation Leave Accruals (Based on years of service and accrued on bi-weekly basis)

Less than 6 years - 3.08 hrs.

6 - 11 years - 4.62 hrs.

11 years or more - 6.16 hrs.

Sick Leave - 3.69 hrs.LIFE INSURANCE- The City provides eligible employees with a Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit. This plan is administered by Standard.Basic Life Benefit - $50,000.00AD&D Benefit - $50,000.00DISABILITY INSURANCE- Disability insurance is available to all employees who work 30 or more hours per week.Short-Term Disability - Coverage begins on the 15th day of injury or sickness.Duration of Benefits - 180 daysBenefits Percentage- 66.67%Waiting Period - 14 daysMaximum Weekly Benefit: $2,000.00WORKER'S COMP - Insurance coverage for medical expenses and loss of income due to an on-the-job injury is provided by the City of San Luis for all employees.01 Do you possess a high school or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02 What's you're highest level of education?

• No Education
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

03 Do you have two years working with the public and at least one year interpreting and applying regulations, rules, and laws?

• Yes
• No

04 Do you possess experience in reading and interpreting maps, plans, and legal descriptions?

• Yes
• No

05 Do you have experience responding to complaints to resolve violations, enforcing municipal codes, land use, business licenses, and building codes?

• Yes
• No

06 Do you hold an AACE Code enforcement officer certification?

• Yes
• No
• No, But I will obtain within six months of employment

07 Are you fluent in both English and Spanish?

• Yes
• No

08 Do you have an active Arizona Driver's license?

• Yes
• No
• No but I do in a different State

09 Do you live in the United States and within 25 miles from the City of San Luis?

• Yes
• No
• No, but I am willing to relocate

10 Are you a Veteran?

• Yes
• No

11 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree.
• No, I do not agree.

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