[Adopted 6-8-1978; amended in its entirety 6-22-2000 by Ord. No.
8-2000]
It is hereby created in the City of Egg Harbor
City, County of Atlantic and State of New Jersey, the position of
Code Enforcement Officer.
Under direction, performs varied types of field
and office work involved in seeing that residents, business places
and citizens comply with various municipal ordinances other than the
State Sanitary Code, State Uniform Construction Code or any of its
subcodes or the State Uniform Fire Code; does other related duties
as required.
[Amended 8-28-2014 by Ord. No. 9-2014]
Conducts field inspections and special investigations
to ensure compliance with various municipal ordinances. Initiates
and enforces rules and regulations in relation to enforcement of various
municipal ordinances. Initiates necessary legal action against violators
of various municipal ordinances. Prepares needed reports. Establishes
and maintains needed records and files. May assist in promulgation
of municipal ordinances. Attends meetings of municipal agencies as
requested. Appears and testifies in the Municipal Court or other appropriate
boards and agencies to obtain compliance with all laws and ordinances.
Establishes a schedule of proposed systematic inspection of all properties
in the municipality, including interiors of businesses and multifamily
premises as well as schools and places of worship and assembly. Submits
monthly reports of inspections made, including names and addresses
of owners, occupants or lessees of premises, dates of inspection,
code violations found, if any, notices of violation served, complaints
filed with courts or agencies and dates of compliance or disposition
of cases. Coordinates inspections of occupancies requiring joint inspection
with other public agencies such as the Health Department, Building
Department, Police Department and other appropriate bodies and agencies.
Attends public meetings when required of the Land Use Board and other
appropriate boards and agencies. Prepares periodic reports of inspections
and investigations. Establishes and maintains a complete and comprehensive
record system of inspections. Inspects the interior and exterior of
premises for safety hazards and unsightly or unsanitary conditions
such as loose and overhanging objects, accumulation of ice, excavations,
projections, obstructions and so forth. Inspects exterior porches,
elevated patios, landings, balconies, stairs and fire escapes to see
that they are in good condition. Inspects the exterior of structures
to see that they are maintained in good repair and that they are free
of broken glass, loose shingles, peeling paint, or crumbling stone,
brick or cement. Inspects signs and outdoor light poles and stanchions
for condition. Receives and responds to complaints of alleged violations
of local zoning code. Conducts inspections of such sites and writes
initial complaint and may refer matter to Zoning Officer. Advises
owner or other person of violations to the zoning code. Receives complaints
and inspects business premises for display of proper license, checks
license to see if it is valid, and if no license is displayed or license
validation has expired, issues a written notice of violation. In response
to complaints, inspects sites where garbage, refuse and/or debris
have accumulated and orders that matter be abated or issues notices
of violation of local code pertaining to same. Will be required to
learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording
and computerized information systems used by the agency, office or
related units.
A.
Experience. One year of experience in conducting inspections
or investigations to detect violations of and ensure compliance with
laws, rules and regulations.
B.
License. Appointees will be required to possess a
driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle,
rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties
of the position.
C.
Knowledge and abilities. Knowledge of provisions of
the municipal rules, regulations, policies, procedures and ordinances.
Knowledge of problems involved in organizing work and developing effective
work methods both in the field and in the office. Knowledge of procedures
to be followed and precautions to be taken on observing and collecting
facts which are significant in determining whether laws are being
observed. Knowledge of inspection techniques and the writing of reports
that substantiate findings and serve as a basis for legal proceedings.
Ability to analyze, comprehend and interpret municipal rules, regulations,
policies, procedures and ordinances and apply them to specific cases.
Ability to note significant conditions and to take proper action when
action is called for in accordance with prescribed procedures. Ability
to make accurate observations and record conditions and abstract and
note those things which are significant. Ability to make necessary
inspections and investigations without giving unnecessary offense.
Ability to take and maintain a firm, correct stand when controversial
matters are considered. Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate
and informative reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
Ability to establish and maintain needed records and files. Ability
to make evaluative judgments based on the application of statutory
or regulatory provisions. Ability to learn to utilize various types
of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used
by the agency, office or related units. Ability to read, write, speak,
understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties
of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered
as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical
disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential
functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their
known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it
would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
The position of Code Enforcement Officer is
and shall be construed to be a full-time position. The Code Enforcement
Officer shall be required to appear for duty Monday through Friday
of each and every week from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
The Code Enforcement Officer shall receive such
salary as may be fixed by the City Council of the City of Egg Harbor
City in the amounts and payable at the times as provided in the Municipal
Salary Ordinance in effect, and as amended from time to time.[1]
