Ordinance Compliance Specialist
Ordinance Compliance Specialist
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Summary
This position is open until filled with a first review date scheduled for Tuesday May 6th.
Priority will be given to candidates who submit their application
on or before Monday May 5th at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.Are you passionate about creating safer more livable neighborhoods As an Ordinance Compliance Specialist with the City of Medford youll be the driving force behind preserving our communitys beauty and safety. Youll work directly with residents businesses and City departments to resolve property concerns encourage voluntary compliance and help maintain the high standards our city is known for.Were looking for motivated individuals with a background in construction property management inspection or municipal compliance who are ready to make a positive impact. If youre skilled at problemsolving enjoy fieldwork and office time and take pride in tactful communication and real results this could be the perfect role for you. Be part of a team that values integrity high standards and customer service excellence apply today!
Required Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
- Must be 18 years of age or older; and
- One (1) or more years of experience in related field such as construction architecture or engineering code interpretation compliance building inspection property management or other related work history deemed applicable.
Preferred Qualifications:- Municipal code interpretation.
- Interpretation/application of ordinances.
- Building inspection.
- Customer service and conflict resolution skills
Available Schedule:
- 8 hours daily Monday Friday
Compensation & Information on Benefits
This position is part of the AFSCMEemployee group.
Learn more about our benefits HERE.
**Scheduled salary increases and a potential 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) are anticipated effective July 1 2025**The anticipated hiring range for the Ordinance Compliance Specialistposition is $27.59(first step) to $28.97or $30.41(second or third step).The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education experience andqualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay are included in this salary range allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
Healthcare Benefits:- Medical vision and dental benefits for employee and family paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buyup to a lower deductible plan
- Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance policy value of $50000 paid by the City
- Longterm disability insurance provided by the City
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRAVEBA) contributions provided by the City
Retirement Benefits:- Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
- PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employees (6%) contributions
- Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employees retirement planning
Additional Benefits:- Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- The Citys Wellness Program promotes physical social emotional intellectual financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
- Access to the Citysfully equipped fitness center24/7
Examples of Job Duties
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Performs investigations of blighted conditions of occupied or buildings left abandoned unsecured partially destroyed or in an unreasonable state of partial construction. This includes unpainted or paint that has been allowed to deteriorate within the City and obtains code compliance with appropriate rules guidelines and architectural standards governing violating conditions.
- Investigates and resolves blighted conditions using tact and diplomacy to encourage voluntary compliance.
- Coordinates necessary inspections and monitors project status. Maintains accurate records and completes investigative reports on each complaint investigated.
- Facilitate code compliance when violations are identified by educating businesses and residents about their responsibilities under the code.
- Prepares and sends appropriate compliance letters works with citizens to achieve voluntary compliance and performs followup inspections. May issue citations in cases where compliance is not voluntarily provided.
- Coordinates compliance efforts and responds with other City departments to address community livability concerns. Works closely with the Building Safety and Planning Departments to coordinate responses to a variety of land use building and livability issues.
- Develops and maintains forms records and reports; documents code violations with photographs and case notes.
- Responds to inquiries from the public City staff and others interpreting and explaining City codes ordinances policies and procedures pertaining to code compliance.
- May receive subpoenas present evidence and testify in court on code violation cases.
- Stays up to date with changes in codes laws relative to blight and enforcement techniques through continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- The scope of the assigned area will depend on departmental structure and is at the discretion of the Community Development Director or designated staff.
Other Functions of the Position:- Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
- Handles job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
- Fosters an environment that embraces diversity integrity trust and respect.
- Is an integral team player which involves flexibility cooperation and communication.
- Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
- Demonstrates regular reliable and punctual attendance.
Competencies:Drive/Energy Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in todays organizations. They know that a healthy work/life balance is important to sustained energy. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce even in exhausting circumstances.
High Standards Effective performers establish and model standards that guarantee exceptional quality and necessary attention to detail. They continually seek to improve processes and products and hold staff accountable for quality. They find best practices share them and then improve upon them.
Initiative Effective performers are proactive and act without being prompted. They dont wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need take responsibility and act on it. They make things happen.
Integrity Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly. They apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities. They take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.
Positive Impact Effective performers make positive impressions on those around them. They are personable selfconfident and generally likable. They are optimistic and enthusiastic about what they do and their excitement is contagious. They energize those around them.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
Work is performed both in an office environment and in the field. Indoor work is in an office environment with regulated and minimal environmental conditions. For indoor work time is spent sitting at a desk working on a computer The noise level is typically moderate to medium. In the field work may involve exposure to diverse weather conditions traffic and potentially hazardous materials. This may include exposure to loud noise odors fumes dust poor ventilation inadequate lighting and chemicals. This environment includes frequent interaction with the public and potential exposure to disruptive and hostile people.
Work performed involves a wide range of physical activities requiring moderate exertion including climbing stooping kneeling crouching crawling reaching walking sitting lifting handling objects and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods of time. Adequate hearing visual acuity and strong verbal communication skills are essential. The role requires frequent use of automated office equipment such as computers printers copiers and telephones. Requires the ability to drive and operate a motor vehicle regularly. May require the ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force daily to lift and carry objects. Extended periods of walking and standing are common especially when conducting inspections. Requires the ability to drive and operate a motor vehicle.Supplemental Information
IMPORTANT (Please read):
- It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
- Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a see resume response.
- Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.
How to Apply:- Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
- This position is open until filled. For first consideration apply by May 6 2025.
- Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
- Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.
Use of AIGenerated Content in Employment Applications
Employment with the City of Medford can be competitive often there are many qualified applicants for each open position. We want to see application materials that reflect an applicants unique personality and that accurately reflect their experience. The use ofAIgenerated content to complete employment applications and/or supplemental questions is discouraged and may result in disqualification. Each submission will be verified for originality and authenticity. However AI tools for grammar checking and resume formatting are permitted.
Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:- Criminal history background investigation
- Favorable driving record
- Clear drug screen following federal law
- Professional reference check
Questions or Assistance:- If you have questions about the job posting please contact the Human Resources department at (541).
- For technical assistance completing your online application please contact Government Jobs at (855).
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility a Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veterans disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:
The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based uponrace religion color national origin marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age ancestry status as a protected veteran physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local law.
ADA:
The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process please contact (541)or email:.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
