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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Code Review Analyst


FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (50) Para-Prof
Class Code: 11890 Salary Grade: RF4
Approved: Last Revised: September 11, 2017


Purpose:
 

Under general direction, perform tasks in the review, analysis, preparation, presentation, management and problem-solving of non-compliant code cases for the purpose of achieving compliance and or case resolution

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
  1. Researches and reviews case information such as photos, zoning maps, City codes, plats, permits, plans and specifications of residential and/or non-residential structures and properties to coordinate and facilitate administrative and judicial actions aimed at achieving compliance with City codes.
  2. Confers with property owners, property managers, occupants, architects, engineers, designers, contractors, developers and the general public on code requirements and compliance processes.
  3. Assists in responses to inquiries and requests for information regarding code cases involved in the judicial process.
  4. Communicates with internal and external customers to gain and share information, request assistance and problem-solve issues related to code cases being prepared for or involved in judicial processes.
  5. Coordinates and facilitates notification of staff regarding their required attendance at meetings and/or hearings for cases being prepared for or involved in judicial processes.
  6. Gathers, compiles, and prepares case exhibits, case information and other relevant materials needed for judicial hearings.
  7. Prepares, distributes and posts public notice and other required notices to internal and external customers regarding pending judicial hearings and the results of judicial hearings.
  8. Assists in presenting code cases at judicial hearings
  9. Prepares and maintains records for code cases involved in the judicial process.
  10. Assists in the development of procedure and policy manuals related to judicial processes for code cases.
  11. Assists the Law Departments Affirmative Litigation Team with the preparation of Code Compliance cases
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
  None.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
  • Knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws.
  • Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
  • Knowledge of structural principles and building practices.
  • Knowledge of basic floor plans, engineer's drawings and site/plot plans.
  • Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  • Skill in using computers and related software.
  • Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  • Skill in planning and organizing.
  • Ability to perform analyses to determine compliance with or deviation from applicable codes.
  • Ability to speak publically.
  • Ability to apply code requirements.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees, and the public.
  • Ability to perform mathematical computations.
  • Ability to maintain records and prepare written reports. .
Minimum Qualifications:
 
  • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job.
  • Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
  None.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.