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11.25.2022 Job announcements November 23 Part One

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Job Title

Code Enforcement Inspector I/II/III, Grade 17/18/20

Location

 

Wheaton, MD, US

Organization Name

 

Department of Environmental Protection, Energy, Climate and Compliance Division, Environmental Compliance Group Section

Medical Exam

 

Core Exam with Drug & Alcohol Screen

Background Investigation

 

No

Financial Disclosure

 

Yes

Job Description

 

 
   

CLOSING DATE: DECEMBER 13, 2022

This position may be under filled at the Code Enforcement Inspector II level, grade 18. Salary: $50,250 - $81,770 or the Code Enforcement Inspector I level, Grade 17.  Salary: $48,120 - $78,103.  There is a non-competitive promotion opportunity to a Code Enforcement Inspector III level, Grade 20.  Salary: $54,930 - $89,653.

The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County's air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. 

DEP is seeking to fill a Code Enforcement Inspector III position in the Environmental Compliance Group of the Energy, Climate and Compliance Division.  The individual will enforce Chapter 48 (disposable food service products and packaging) and Chapter 52 (disposable carryout bags) of the Montgomery County Code with emphasis on identifying all businesses subject to the enforcement and developing and implementing strategies and processes for increasing compliance with the above laws. The employee will conduct surveillance activities, field inspections/investigations, and respond to service calls as well as assist citizens and businesses with compliance of the laws. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:           

  • • Conducting investigations into allegations of improper use of the banned materials and taxing of disposable bags.
  • • Applying new or existing strategies to increase compliance with the disposable food service products and packaging requirements under Chapter 48 and tax remittance for disposable carryout bags under Chapter 52 of the Montgomery County Code.
  • • Providing assistance and information to residents, businesses and others by explaining law/program, violation issues, and compliance standards.
  • • Issuing Notices of Violation (NOV) and/or citations when appropriate.
  • • Writing reports documenting inspections, investigations and enforcement actions; drafting correspondence to all concerned parties as necessary.  Documenting all investigative actions in the case management database.
  • • Preparing and reviewing documentation of cases being prosecuted and testifying in court. 
  • • Reviewing, drafting and revising DEP's outreach materials related to the enforcement of these two laws for distribution to the general public. 

The ideal candidate will have considerable experience with investigative and enforcement techniques as well as a general knowledge of County laws and regulations pertaining to disposable food packaging and the bag law.  The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, as well as, handle communications and negotiations with tact, resourcefulness, and good judgement, even in confrontational situations.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and involves exposure to the elements.  The work requires long periods of driving, standing, walking, standing, climbing, stooping, regular lifting of objects that weigh up to 20 pounds, occasional lifting of objects that weigh up to 50 pounds and the application of equivalent forces in pushing, pulling, etc. 

This position requires possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a County vehicle in order to transport work equipment, which may be located at various sites throughout Montgomery County, as well as to conduct site visits for field investigations and inspections, and to perform other work at locations outside the office.

Occasional weekend and/or evening work may be required.

To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.

Additional Employment Information

 

 
   

Effective August 30, 2021 all new hires will be required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus prior to their first date of employment. Individuals who are unable to be vaccinated should contact OHR@montgomerycountymd.gov to discuss possible accommodations.

OHR reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position/IRC.

Montgomery County Government is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email to OHR@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.

Montgomery County Government also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, please refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for interview.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.

Minimum Qualifications

 

 
   

If Filled at CODE ENFORCEMENT INSPECTOR III level: Four (4) years in code enforcement and/or law enforcement work, or enforcement work directly related to environmental programs/areas.

If filled at CODE ENFORCEMENT INSPECTOR II level:  Three (3) years in code enforcement and/or law enforcement work, or enforcement work directly related to environmental programs/areas.

If filled at CODE ENFORCEMENT INSPECTOR I level:  Two (2) years in code enforcement and/or law enforcement work, or enforcement work directly related to environmental programs/areas.

ALL AREAS:

Education: Completion of high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence.

Preferred Criteria

 

 
   

There are no Preferred Criteria Assessments.  All applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated "Qualified," placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview.

Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following: 

  • • Experience with enforcing County laws and regulations
  • • Experience providing customer service to the general public.
  • • Experience investigating complaints.
  • • Experience using computer programs for data entry and writing reports.
  • • Experience in communicating effectively and professionally both orally and in writing.
  • • Experience working independently.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. 

Minimum Salary

 

$54,930

Maximum Salary

 

$89,653