Property Code Technician

THE CITY OF JACKSON IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: PROPERTY CODE TECHNICIAN INTERNAL & EXTERNAL POSTING

** EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER **

The City of Jackson is committed to becoming a more diverse equitable and inclusive organization. We are dedicated to creating an environment that fully embraces all our differences and shared experiences.

General Summary: Under the supervision of a higher classified employee performs a variety of complex and responsible clerical tasks and record keeping activities. The work requires considerable typing skill and judgment. The employee uses computer software to maintain a variety of databases and to produce a high volume of correspondence documents and reports.

Typical Duties:

1. Compiles and enters property data using a specialized software program including property descriptions inspection and code enforcement information and property division changes. Research propertyrelated resources (tax records water billing addresses voting records municipal directories etc.) and updates property ownership records as appropriate. Runs computer reports checks errors and makes corrections. Updates documents and maps with property data changes.
2. Schedules inspections for building code enforcement and rental inspection staff in accordance with established procedures. Grants administrative extension for citywide code enforcement actions in accordance with established guidelines.
3. Maintains a tickler system for deadlines for property activity.
4. Monitors actions related to dangerous buildings and updates affected staff and monthly report to reflect changes. Arranges for buildings to be secured requests bids for demolition reviews progress of demolition contractors and processes payments for demolition services consistent with established procedures.
5. Attends Building Board meetings prepares meeting minutes and updates property records in accordance with Building Board decisions. Assists Chief Building Official in. compiling and assembling agendas and related documents.
6. Coordinates issuance of electrical mechanical plumbing and building permits for renovation and construction.
7. Research property ownership for garbage and abandoned vehicle citations prepares
applicable notices monitors developments and arranges for property cleanups in accordance with department procedures.
8. Maintains computerized records of registered contractors building permits issued and revocable licenses.
9. Registers building electrical mechanical and plumbing contractors. Enters related data into database.
10. Researches and responds to questions regarding zoning signage fences building electrical mechanical plumbing plan review site plans etc. as required.
11. Prepares sorts processes and files a variety of forms applications documents receipts and records in accordance with department procedures.
12. Prepares periodic reports from various databases.
13. Transcribes or independently composes routine correspondence reports notices and related documents for review and approval.
14. Receives telephone calls and walkin visitors. Receives complaints and requests for information or services collects information from applicants and explains department procedures.
15. Performs work of lower classified clerical workers as assigned. May oversee or schedule work of lower classified clerical employees.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. Such statements are descriptive and explanatory but not restrictive. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. The listing of examples of duties does not preclude the assignment of other tasks of related kind or character or of lesser skills.

Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to communicate in person and by telephone read regular and small print sit use limited mobility in an office setting use manual dexterity to type and enter data and to read and prepare documents and reports. The typical work environment of this job is a business office setting where the noise level is moderate.

Eligibility Requirements: High school diploma plus one (1) year of college or specialized training related to secretarial science office management or a related area and two (2) years secretarial experience or equivalent combination of jobrelated education and experience. Able to successfully complete the data entry skills test (min. 6000 keystrokes per hour) and typing test (60 wpm) with accuracy and proficient in Excel. Knowledge of general office equipment including computers and related software with specialized skill in word processing database management development of spreadsheets and document formatting. Able to efficiently learn and effectively use new software programs. Able to work independently assume responsibility without direct supervision and exercise discretion. Able to interact professionally and constructively with members of the public in difficult situations. Able to communicate courteously and effectively with employees the public and contractors both orally and writing. Able to develop and promote excellent working relationships and be a strong advocate of exceptional customer service.

Experience with mapping and property ownership software such as GIS Mapping and BS&A Equalizer is desirable. Experience with real estate terminology and descriptions and/or building construction and limited understanding of code enforcement is desirable.

It is the policy of the city to promote and encourage the recruitment hiring training and advancement of all persons and not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of religion race color national origin ancestry age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression familial status marital status source or level of income height weight religious or political opinion union affiliation and physical or mental handicap unrelated to the individuals ability to perform the duties of a particular job or position.

Grade/Salary: 306 $43127 $58162

Benefit Package:

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  Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
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  Medical dental vision and life insurance
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  Pension program
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  Deferred compensation plan (457)
  
  
• Date Posted: May 14 2025
  Application Deadline: May 28 2025

To Apply:

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  Visit the City of Jackson website at and view the Personnel and Labor Relations Department page.
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  Click on the job title you wish to apply for under job opportunities and submit your information to include a resume. You will receive an email once you apply including the next steps which includes completing a City of Jackson application.