Code Enforcement Officer - Stormwater/Environmental

Under close supervision of a departmental supervisor, performs specialized work enforcing city codes and ordinances pertaining to signs, housing, litter, overgrowth, abandoned vehicles, rubbish, stormwater runoff, illicit discharges, erosion control measures, and other code violations.

The role involves investigating and resolving complaints, issuing violation notices, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to both property maintenance and environmental protection.

Additional responsibilities include disseminating information to residents, businesses, governmental agencies, and public officials, and educating the public on environmental best practices. The successful candidate will be even-tempered, communicative, detail-oriented in legal and regulatory research, and able to manage conflict professionally and diplomatically.

Conducts inspections of residential and commercial properties for compliance with city codes pertaining to housing, signage, overgrowth, litter, debris, abandoned vehicles, and environmental violations.

• Monitors construction sites and developed properties to ensure compliance with stormwater management regulations, including erosion control, sediment containment, and pollution prevention measures.
• Interprets and enforces provisions of applicable codes, laws, rules, and regulations; initiates corrective actions for violations.

• Identifies and investigates illicit discharges and unauthorized connections to storm drainage systems.

• Responds to and investigates complaints related to code enforcement and environmental compliance issues.

• Discusses problem areas and potential solutions with property owners, tenants, contractors, and developers.

• Coordinates with environmental agencies and city engineering or public works departments on stormwater-related enforcement actions.

• Gathers documentation and evidence for prosecution of code violators; prepares and presents cases to administrative hearings and provides testimony.

• Maintains accurate and detailed records of inspections, notices, enforcement actions, and compliance efforts; includes photographic documentation.

• Prepares written reports, correspondence, violation notices, and compliance warnings.

• Engages with the community to provide education on environmental and property maintenance codes, pollution prevention, and stormwater best management practices (BMPs).

• Communicates effectively with supervisors, coworkers, city officials, contractors, and the public to coordinate activities and resolve problems.

• Performs other duties as required by the Program Director.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency required.
• Three years of experience in code enforcement, environmental compliance, construction inspection, building construction, or a closely related field preferred.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and municipal environmental and stormwater regulations (e.g., Clean Water Act, MS4 requirements) is highly desirable.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in business letter writing is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required.

Key Skills/Competencies for this position

• Knowledge of city, state, and federal property and environmental codes, including stormwater management and pollution prevention.
• Ability to interpret and clearly explain complex codes and regulations to a variety of audiences.
• Skilled in the safe operation of a light motor vehicle.
• Competency in recordkeeping and preparing reports and documentation for enforcement actions.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills; ability to remain professional under pressure.
• Capable of working independently and exercising sound judgment in the field.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Dependable, precise, punctual, and team-oriented.

Physical/Environmental Demands for this position, when such demands exist.

• Work is primarily performed in the field.
• May require occasional attendance at evening meetings.

Personal Qualities
IBTS places a high value on certain personal traits that work toward creating a positive,
professional, and supportive work environment, which is essential for working together and achieving success. We believe "how" you achieve your results is as important as what you achieve. The following highlights the personal traits key for success within the organization.

• Strong Work Ethic
• Teachable/Continuous Learner
• Reliable/Dependable
• Collaborative/Team Contributor

Bring your passion, expertise, and experience to IBTS, where we appreciate and are committed to our employees. We offer outstanding benefits, growth opportunities, and work hard to maintain a culture that values our employees.

The Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization established to provide unbiased professional building code compliance services, while enhancing the communities in which we work. At IBTS, our mission is to deliver quality services to meet the challenges of governance at all levels while enhancing public safety, economic development, and the general welfare of the community. Our services include Building and Community Development, Energy and Sustainability Services, Disaster Planning and Recovery, Quality Assurance, as well as Compliance and Risk Monitoring.

IBTS is headquartered in Ashburn, VA, with additional offices in Louisiana, Missouri, New York, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC.

We are committed to building a community of experts with diverse backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives who are passionate about our mission. IBTS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer that maintains a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. This opportunity is open to Section S3 Residents. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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