Code Compliance Officer

Overall Job Objective

Description

Find Your Balance

Do you prioritize work/life balance? If your answer is "yes", we have great news for you!

Pinal County Does Too.

Pinal County prioritizes its employees wellbeing and respects work/life balance. Say goodbye to late night hours, being attached to your phone to respond to work emails, and f

While were at it, wed like to introduce you to our entire suite of benefit offerings, including a comprehensive wellbeing program, retirement plans with a lifetime guarantee and affordable insurance options. Check it out:

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.

• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave

  • 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

    • After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

    • After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish

• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years

  • Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service

  • Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service

  • Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

  • Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

• Comprehensive Wellness Program

  • Quarterly Wellness Challenges

  • Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite

  • Vaccination Clinics

  • Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events

  • Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite

  • Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite

  • Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online

  • Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi

• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!

• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From

  • Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost

• Dental and Vision Plans

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Alternative Work Schedules

• Telehealth

• Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education

• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options

• Civil Service Leave

• VanPool Options

• Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid

• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses

• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Plus, work with an amazing team of people who are committed to making Pinal County a great place for its citizens and its employees.

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. Read more about the position and see if it is a good match for you:

Example of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Investigate complex and sensitive field inspections and investigations of zoning and ordinance complaints and violations in un-incorporated areas of Pinal County, using thorough knowledge of Arizona inspection and investigation protocols and coordinate with other agencies as needed.
• Patrol County to check for code violations and monitor construction sites and other high-risk areas to enforce the County's planning and zoning regulations and property maintenance standards.
• Perform field inspections and investigations to maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment for County residents and businesses, document details of site inspections, and enforce County codes encompassing safety and health hazards, nuisance abatement, land use, and other compliance regulations within scope of authority.
• Respond to complaints of potential code violations relating to safety controls, signs, hazards, permits, land use, zoning, dumping, mobile homes, abandoned vehicles and other violations, compare facts to code requirements, contact individuals to discuss violations and alternatives for resolving compliance issues, interview complainants, witnesses, and violators, and research property and permit records.
• Interpret and explain codes, code enforcement rules, and policies and procedures to property owners and the general public and provide information and recommendations within scope of authority.
• Identify, document, and communicate deficiencies, deviations from plans, and non-compliance with regulations, issue correction notices and meet with homeowners to discuss project issues and concerns, and refer problems, conflicts, and persistent non-compliance issues to supervisor.
• Communicate with other County departments and regional agencies as needed, assist the public, and provide technical information on land use and zoning classifications.
• Maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation and project files.
• Assist with preparing prosecution cases and OSC/dismissal/plea letters for Hearing Office and Superior Court.
• Prepare case files, documents, evidence, reports and background data to substantiate violations, prepare and present case reports for court and administrative hearings, and testify as needed.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• None

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in code compliance, investigations, law enforcement, or related field
• Valid Driver's License and Arizona State Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
• ICC Zoning Inspector Certificate within one year of hire.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree in related field

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, and county codes, laws, statutes, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of code enforcement, investigation and inspection methods, and public relations techniques in code compliance activities.
• Knowledge of geography, roads, and landmarks of County and surrounding areas.
• Knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management.
• Knowledge of basic principles of Urban Planning & Zoning
• Skill in reviewing plans and specifications and performing mathematical calculations for permit consideration.
• Skill in interpreting and applying statutes, rules, ordinances, codes, and regulations.
• Ability to make independent decisions while working in the field, analyze situations accurately, and follow established procedures.
• Ability to operate a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Ability to conduct investigations, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports.
• Ability to obtain information from people who may be reluctant to cooperate.
• Ability to follow and enforce safety standards.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and handle stressful situations and angry people.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, feel, finger, handle, grasp, reach, perform repetitive motion, kneel, lift, pull, push, stand, hear, speak, walk, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.

This announcement may be closed as soon as a sufficient number of qualified applicants have applied.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.