Code Enforcement Officer - Short-Term Rentals (LURM) en Walworth County, WI

Investigate complaints and manage/maintain violation files.
 
Perform on-site inspections, often outside of traditional office hours.
 
Maintain open lines of communication with all agency staff.
 
Draft correspondence regarding general code requirements, code interpretations, violation orders, etc.
 
Issue ordinance violation citations and testify in trials.
 
Respond to questions from the public via the telephone and in person.
 
Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma required with previous experience in law enforcement, code enforcement or related field.  Current certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the State of Wisconsin preferred.  Proven experience with legal terminology as it relates to interpretation of codes.  Previous experience working with legal, regulatory, law enforcement and technical terminology required.
 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 
Valid Driver's License.
Proof of minimum liability auto insurance coverage.
 
Interactions and Communications
Provides specialized information and/or recommendations to others regarding an area of expertise.
 
Decision Making
This position has authority to make decisions that are within general procedures and protocols; supervision is available as required or requested.  These decisions directly impact   performance in the job and/or work unit within the department and information is provided with additional research and observations which contributes to the decision making process.
 
Thinking and Problem Solving
In relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, challenges in this position tend to be diverse, but are typically covered by precedent or established practice.
 
Tools & Equipment Used
Typewriter                                                 Measuring Wheel
Telephone                                                 Measuring Tape
Calculator                                                  Architectural & Engineering Scale
Copy Machine                                          Camera
FAX Machine                                            Video Camera
Personal Computer/Printer                       VCR
Plat Books                                                 Topographic Maps
Aerial Photos

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.  The employee is frequently exposed to vibration.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock; and risk of radiation.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.