Salary : $66,950.00 AnnuallyLocation : Wheaton, ILJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 24-00130Department: Building and Zoning DepartmentOpening Date: 11/22/2024Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m.POSITION SUMMARY We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Code Enforcement Officer for the DuPage County Building and Zoning Department.DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include:
- Investigates zoning, building, and drainage complaints and inspects structures during various stages of construction for conformance with County ordinances and building and zoning codes
- Contacts persons responsible for violations and issues notice to discontinue, remove or alter conditions which conflict with zoning, building, and drainage regulations.
- Prepares investigative documentation, including photographs required to support findings
- Maintains on-going surveillance of assigned area for zoning/code compliance
- Represents the County in court and adjudication hearings regarding violation cases submitted for prosecution
- Performs record search to determine accuracy of data such as location, ownership, district and legal description
- Performs drainage and fill inspections
- Inspects signs and fences for compliance with specifications
- Issues vehicle violation notices and arranges for towing of vehicles
- Prepares daily reports
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE Requirements include the following experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience:
- Completion of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma equivalent
- Three (3) years' experience in the fields of zoning, code enforcement, engineering, or related field
- Must possess and maintain in good standing a valid Illinois driver's license
A pre-employment background check is required. Physical Requirements and Work Environment PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Heavy Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and /or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for medium work. WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, loud noise, noxious odors, dusts, poor ventilation, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, oils, electricity, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises, travel, and other related conditions and situations.DuPage County offers a complete benefit package to full-time employees including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, holidays, vacation, sick leave, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. Limited benefits are also offered for eligible part-time positions.To learn more details, visit our 01 Select the response below that represents your highest completed level of education.
- Master's Degree from an Accredited Institution
- Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited Institution
- Associate's Degree from an Accredited Institution
- Some college level courses complete but no degree awarded from an Accredited Institution
- High School Diploma or GED
- None of the above
02 How many years of experience do you possess in the fields of zoning, code enforcement, or engineering?
- Five (5) or more years of relevant experience
- Three (3) to four (4) years of relevant experience
- One (1) to two (2) years of relevant experience
- No relevant experience
03 Please describe your experience in the fields of zoning, code enforcement, engineering, or related field (enter N/A if none): 04 This position requires that you possess and maintain in good standing a valid Illinois Driver's License. Do you possess this requirement?
- Yes
- No
- No, but I possess a valid driver's license within another State and am able to obtain a valid Illinois Driver's License within 90 days of employment.
05 Are you able to perform the following, with or without an accommodation?Heavy Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and /or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for medium work.
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