Under the direction and supervision of the Michigamme and Spurr Township Supervisors and the direction of the Michigamme and Spurr Township Planning Commissions, as authorized by the Michigamme and Spurr Township Boards, the Enforcement Officer interprets, administers and enforces the Michigamme and Spurr Township Ordinances, as written, without authority to deviate from said Ordinances.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Administration
1. Maintain thorough familiarity with the Michigamme and Spurr Township ordinances and appropriate forms.
2. Administration and enforcement of the ordinances.
3. Accept and review appropriate applications and determine compliance with the
provisions of the ordinances and completeness of the applications.
4. Perform appropriate inspection duties to ensure compliance with the specific
ordinances. The use of check lists and instruction sheets is encouraged.
5. Attend Planning Commission meetings to report on any issues and advise on issues
related to ordinances administration.
6. Conduct effective written communication with applicants, related government agencies and other offices as necessary.
B. Enforcement
1. Investigate alleged violations of the Ordinances and applicants of necessary corrective
measures. Retain an inventory of said violations including dated photographs and/or
other evidence as appropriate.
2. Develop recommendations regarding amendments, fee structures, forms: and may
propose solutions to any problem encountered in administering the ordinances.
3. Testify, as necessary, at public and judicial hearings.
C. Office Administration
1. Administer and follow procedures and policies established for the office.
2. Provide a written quarterly report and an annual report which includes information on
appropriate permits issued/denied, and other pertinent administration information.
3. Attend Township Board meetings as appropriate.
D. Public Assistance and Personal Development
1. Work and communicate with elected and appointed officials, and the public, with
appropriate etiquette and diplomacy.
2. Attend professional schools, seminars and/or conferences at least twice a year to stay
up-to-date on laws, trends, and other information pertinent to ordinance
administration.
3. Must be accessible to the public via the Township Offices.
E. Other
1. Perform other duties as may be specified by the specific ordinance.
2. Accept other responsibilities as may be directed by the Township Board.
3. 90 Day Performance Review will be performed.
4. Salary based on experience and qualifications.
5. A camera will be provided.
