at New Castle County Government in New Castle, Delaware, United States
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
An employee in this class is responsible for conducting investigations and ensuring compliance
with all County codes and related ordinances. The employee prosecutes violators in Magistrate
Court as necessary, may testify in a higher court if necessary and works under general
supervision. An employee in this class will be appointed a Code Enforcement Constable pursuant
to State law to make actions legally effective.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)
• Performs field investigations and prepares related reports;
• Researches codes and ordinances regarding alleged violations;
• Notifies violators of code violations and code provisions;
• Confers with violators, attorneys, judges and other governmental agencies;
• Follows up on code violations to ensure correction and compliance;
• Collects evidence and prosecutes code violators in court;
• Appears in court to testify as a witness when necessary;
• Prepares and issues summonses to appear in court;
• Serves summonses on violators when necessary;
• Obtains, compiles, and organizes data;
• Answers inquiries regarding code violations and provides advice on code compliance;
• Posts stop work orders and condemnation notices when necessary;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that
external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
• Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work;
• May require an evening or weekend inspection as part of an investigation outside of
normal working hours.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of County codes, zoning laws, regulations and ordinances;
• Ability to learn the practices and procedures of the Magistrate Court system;
• Ability to perform investigations and appropriate code research to ensure conformance to
codes;
• Ability to make accurate and articulate presentations in Magistrate Court;
• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with County employees, the public,
government officials, attorneys, outside agencies, organizations and individuals;
• Ability to recognize the sensitivity of issues and assignments and to maintain
confidentiality;
• Ability to prepare reports and keep appropriate records.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least three (3) years of experience in work related to building, property maintenance
codes, construction related work, community relations, Constable, Court or Correctional
Officer/enforcement experience; or
• Three (3) years investigative experience; and
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED; or
• An equivalent combination of experience, education or training directly related to the
required knowledge, skills and abilities;
• Possession of a valid Delaware Class D driver’s license or its equivalent;
• Ability to pass a County background check to include clearance to work in the DELJIS
system;
• Ability to pass a class III County physical exam.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Successful completion of ICC: 64 (Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector
certification) within six (6) months of date of hire or promotion. Certification must remain
valid as a condition of employment. All costs associated with ICC examinations,
verification, and subsequent maintenance of status in such examination areas shall be
borne by the employee or applicant, unless otherwise provided for in a collective
bargaining agreement.
NOTE: Any employee who is in this position as of March 15, 2016, shall be exempt from the
additional qualifications regarding ICC certifications.
