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6.2A Page 2 2. New Classification - Code Enforcement Officer 1/11 The redevelopment and growth of the downtown area has created the need to have a dedicated staff solely responsible for performing inspection and code enforcement work in the downtown redevelopment project area. Consequently, the Community Development Services (CDS) Director, Peter Ingram, requested that Human Resources create the new class of Code Enforcement Officer. This new classification would be primarily responsible for performing proactive skilled inspection and code enforcement work in the downtown redevelopment project area to ensure compliance with municipal codes, ordinances and zoning regulations. Human Resources worked Closely with the department to determine their present and foreseeable needs and in drafting the proposed job description to ensure that it meets the needs of the City. An internal and external classification survey was also conducted. Based on the departments needs, internal analysis and market trends, it was determined that this classification requires a moderately high level of initiative and independent judgment, as it is crucial that the incumbent is proactive. As such, in creating this classification, emphasis was placed on the need for the position to work closely with businesses and community groups to enhance the quality of the neighborhoods through educational activities and community building. Further, it was determined that creating two levels within the Code Enforcement Officer classification would enhance the department's ability to hire at a particular skill level. With a flexible classification, such as the one being proposed, departments have the flexibility to hire a Code Enforcement Officer at either an entry or journey level. This provides more latitude and enhances departments' ability to hire according to their specific needs at the time. The comparison survey and internal analysis provided the basis for the proposed salary range. The Code Enforcement Officer II salary is aligned internally with the Building Inspector salary and the Code Enforcement Officer I salary is 10% less that the Code Enforcement Officer II salary. Proposed Title Code Enforcement Officer II Code Enforcement Officer I Proposed Salary $5,427 - $6,597/month $4,934 - $5,998/month A job description of the Code Enforcement Officer /III classification and proposed salary exhibit are provided (See attachments 2 and 3.) The proposed Job Description has been reviewed by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) - Local 521.