| Location | Leawood, KS |
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Position Title: Code Enforcement Officer I I Department/Division: Building and Code Enforcement / Codes Reports To: Director of Building and Code Enforcement Direct Supervision: N/A Pay Grade: 110 Position Type: Full Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt EEO Code: 3 - Technician
Technology Category : Mobile Device: Y Remote Access: Y Category A / B
Exposure Category: Category 3 NIMS Classification: Safety Sensitive: Y Emergency Response: N
Last Modified: April 23, 2026
Summary/Objective The Code Enforcement Officer II ensures that all property in the City of Leawood complies with applicable environmental maintenance ordinances and property codes. Responsible for receiving, investigating, inspecting and conducting follow up on code violations.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities Responsible for regularly inspecting residential and commercial properties for city ordinances and codes violations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to providing guidance and assistance to residents and members of the public in complying with City Codes, issuing code violations and completing follow-up inspections. Responsible for issuing court summons/notices to appear in Municipal Court for code violations that have not be rectified; compiles evidence of code violations, consults with the City's legal team, and testifies in Court in relation to the court summons/notices issues. Responsible for entering, updating and maintaining accurate and complete department files on code violations including but not limited to inspection results and code violations issued in the appropriate electronic and paper filing systems. Respond to inquiries and complaints from the public and employee concerning property code violations and completes a follow-up in each situation as appropriate. Assist in the development and review of City ordinances, procedures and policies related to codes enforcement in the City. Assist the Public Works Department in the enforcement of Erosion Control Policy. Assist the Director of Building & Code Enforcement in the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policy and procedures and formulation of short-term and long-term development and improvement programs. Assist in the training of Code Enforcement Officers on inspections of residential and commercial property to ensure compliance with city codes and ordinances.
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May assist in the training of Code Enforcement Officers on inspections of residential and commercial property to ensure compliance with city codes and ordinances. May assist the Director of Building & Code Enforcement in providing oversight and direction to the code enforcement team in regards to addressing citizen concerns, encouraging compliance, developing solutions, writing violation notices, and performing inspections in specifically designated areas. May represent the Department on a variety of city committees. Keeps abreast of changes to property codes, new processes and techniques through publications, seminars/workshops, conferences and professional associations. May be asked to perform other duties that are not listed but are essential to the job.
Minimum Qualifications / Requirements Ability to read, write, and understand the English language with proper spelling and grammar to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to process, prioritize and organize large and varying amounts of information with effective results. Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines with effective results. Ability to avoid safety hazards. Ability to work independently, as part of a team and/or with the public. Ability to protect and maintain confidentiality of information. Ability to use and understand map reading, legal descriptions, topography, and other features of technical plans and plats. Ability to make rational decisions efficiently during variable and sometime stressful conditions, including the ability to calmly interact with the public and other City personnel Ability to use and understand the City's permit and code enforcement tracking software system. Proficient in the basic principles and practices of code enforcement. Proficient in the City's Development Ordinance. Knowledge of the City's Housing and Property Maintenance Codes. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook and Word. Standard office procedures, systems and practices including the use of a computer.
Education, Training, and Certification Requirements Must meet the requirements of a Code Enforcement Officer I. Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Code Enforcement Officer I or equivalent. Must have and maintain Kansas Association of Code Enforcement (KACE) Certification or equivalent through an accredited agency approved by the Director of Building and Code Enforcement. Must have and maintain Erosion Control Inspector Certification through an accredited agency approved by the Director of Building and Code Enforcement. Must have and maintain Disaster Assessment Certification through an accredited agency approved by the Director of Building and Code Enforcement.
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Must have ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification or ICC Certified Zoning Inspector Certification through American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) or equivalent through an accredited agency approved by the Director of Building and Code Enforcement Serving as the Board of Zoning Appeals Coordinator for two (2) years may be substituted for a required certification, approval will be given by the Director of Building and Code Enforcement. Completion of NIMS requirements within one (1) year of hire date. Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record per the City's drivers Use of Vehicles for City Business policy throughout employment with the City.
Post-Offer Testing / On -Going Standards
Post- Offer On- Going Aptitude Assessment / Skills Testing Background Investigation X Fingerprinting Credit Report Review Drug Screening / Breath Alcohol Testing X Medical Evaluation / Essential Functions X DOT Covered Testing Motor Vehicle Records Search X X Polygraph Examination Psychological Evaluation
General Aptitudes and Physical Requirements The Americans with Disabilities Act requires that we identify the general aptitudes and physical requirements needed to perform the position listed above. Individuals in this position must be able to perform all essential functions unaided or with reasonable accommodation.
I. Mental Abilities. General learning ability. The ability to "catch on" or understand instructions and underlying principles.
Ability to understand and follow oral instruction Ability to understand and follow written instruction Ability to guide and/or give instructions Ability to make decisions in accordance with established procedures and policies Not essential to job function
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II. Verbal Abilities. Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with them to use them effectively. To comprehend language, to understand relationships between words, and to understand meanings of whole sentences and paragraphs. To present information or ideas clearly.
a. Speaking / Talking Answering telephone, radio, or switchboard Communicating with City officials Communicating with general public Communicating with vendors Communicating with supervisors and/or with other employees Communicating with others in departmental operations Not essential to job function
b. Hearing / Listening For communication with City officials, public, vendors, supervisors, and/or other employees Not essential to job function
c. Reading (ability to read and understand text) Essential to job function Not essential to job function
III. Numerical Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately.
Ability to perform accurate two-digit calculations Ability to perform accurate calculations aided by a calculator, adding machine, or measurement device Not essential to job function
IV. Spatial Abilities Ability to comprehend forms in space and understand relationships of plan and solid objects. May be used in such tasks as blue print reading and in solving geometry problems. Frequently described as the ability to "visualize" objects of two or three dimensions, or to think visually of geometric forms.
Essential to job function Not essential to job function
V. Motor Coordination
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Ability to coordinate eyes and hands or fingers rapidly and accurately in making precise movements with speed. Ability to make a movement response accurately and quickly.
a. Manual Dexterity Ability to move the hands easily and skillfully. To work with the hands in placing and turning motions. Use a telephone Use switchboard Use radio/console Use a calculator Use a copy machine Manipulate computer keyboard and mouse Use a postage machine Use hand tools Use power tools Other: Sound meter, light meter Not essential to job function
b. Finger Dexterity Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly or accurately. For example: electrical wiring. Essential to job function Not essential to job function Explain: __
VI. Physical Demands
a. Strength The quality, state, or property of being strong. The power to withstand strain, force, or stress Ability to manipulate materials and/or equipment ( lbs.) Frequency