Job Location:  Lamar Police Department

Employment Type:  Full-time

CLASS TITLE:  Code Enforcement/Animal Control Officer

ACCOUNTABLE TO:  Code Enforcement/Animal Control Supervisor

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: 

Under general supervision and direction, directs enforcement of municipal codes relating to nuisances and animal control.  Coordinates inspections and investigations of violations and initiates abatements when warranted.  Posts and maintains all appropriate records for mentioned duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND PERFORMANCE:

Receives and processes complaints of violations, patrols city for municipal code and animal control violations, gathers information and evidence, conducts inspections of reported violations, works with animal owners and property or business owners, city staff and others to obtain compliance with code requirements; responsible for coordination and scheduling of trash, weed, junk and junk vehicle abatements; sees to proper care of contained animals; exercises impounded dogs; show dogs to potential adoptees; sees to the disposal of dangerous, injured or abandoned animals; keeps accurate records, including but not limited to computerized files on the status of complaints and violations; prepares evidence and provides testimony for violations, which are directed to the Municipal Court; operates personal computer with various software applications; uses electronic and manual files to locate and identify property owners for violation notification, abatement and subsequent billing; administers and enforces provisions of the sign code ordinance; provides public information and education on city codes and procedures.

Works with information restricted to specific persons; oversees supplies and equipment; safely uses firearms; occasionally handles small amounts of funds; ability to remain calm in stressful situations; ability to cope and work with irate citizens; works independently in the field; effectively communicates codes and ordinances; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various groups; position requires frequent contact with other employees and the public.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with volunteer and rescue groups, news media, Colorado Humane Society, Colorado Department of Wildlife, Colorado Agriculture Agency, Prowers County Sheriff’s Department, other City staff and the general public.  Must have a working knowledge of the requirements of the City of Lamar Municipal Codes – 07 Health, Sanitation and Animals Code.    

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Position requires moderate physical involvement; for the most part is a sedentary position which involves sitting most of the time, but also involves walking or standing for brief periods of time; primary responsibilities for this position will take place either in a standard office environment or on assigned sites.  Work involves exposure to noise, dust, undesirable weather conditions and potentially unsafe conditions.  Proper safety equipment should be used where undesirable physical conditions and hazards exists, to prevent injury.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to occasionally lift and carry 50 pounds and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to see in low or bright lights and distinguish between colors.
• Must be able to hear clearly and speak clearly.
• Must be able to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read, understands, analyze and interprets technical and business written materials, procedures and regulations.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Constant usage of fingers and both hands.
• Works involves sitting or standing 60% of the time and walking and standing while performing various tasks 20% of the time.
• Occasionally stoops, kneels, crouches, bends, crawls, climbs, including reaching overhead.

SUPERVISION – RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:  None

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; working knowledge of safe and efficient working practices as they relate to code enforcement and animal control; working knowledge of computers and related software and programs.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

Possession of a valid Colorado Driver’s license.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Core Competencies:  Every City staff member must possess or work to attain the following five core competencies:  Communication, Interpersonal Relations, Customer Service, Accountability and Dependability, Job Knowledge and Supervision and Performance Management (only if applicable to the position).

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures
• Knowledge of municipal codes
• Performs the activities effectively and efficiently;
• Uses time wisely and productively;
• Conducts inspections properly and in a timely manner;
• Prepares reports and records accurately, concisely, and on time;
• Deals tactfully with the public when supplying information;                            
• Maintains discretion at all times when dealing with confidential information;
• Effectively communicates oral and written instruction;
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationship with fellow employees, property owners, superiors, and the public.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use:  Because the possession and use of marijuana whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City of Lamar is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting the use of marijuana.  The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change the policy.

THE CITY OF LAMAR PROVIDES EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO ALL EMPLOYEES AND APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT AND PROHIBITS DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT OF ANY TYPE WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY STATUS, GENETICS, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAWS.

THIS POLICY APPLIES TO ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT, INCLUDING RECRUITING, HIRING, PLACEMENT, PROMOTION, TERMINATION, LAYOFF, RECALL, TRANSFER, LEAVES OF ABSENCE, COMPENSATION AND TRAINING.