Hearing and Enforcement Officer - Jersey City, United States - City of Jersey City

City of Jersey City
City of Jersey City
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Jersey City, United States

2 weeks ago

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Description

Hearing and Enforcement Officer

Department:
Housing, Economic Development & Commerce


Division:
Director's Office


Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Non-Exempt


Union/Management:
Union


Full-Time/Part-Time/Seasonal:
Full-Time


Workweek:37.5 hours per week


Salary:
$67,500 -68,500 - Based on qualifications and experience. Competitive Jersey City retirement and health benefits packages are available, including pension, dental, medical, prescription, FSA (flexible spending account), life insurance, and more.


Job Duties:


  • Initiates and enforces rules and regulations in relation to enforcement of various municipal ordinances.
  • Process Open Public Records Act (OPRA) requests and inquiries.
  • Reviewing Illegal Rent Petitions and all supporting documents (i.e. lease agreements, rent receipts, invoices, correspondences, etc.);
  • Reviewing Failure to Maintain Service Petitions and all supporting documents (i.e. photos, videos, inspection reports, etc.);
  • Draft enforcement notices to noncompliant owners/managers of affordable units to be referred to the City's Law Department and Municipal Prosecutor;
  • Analyzing, Compiling, and drafting violations of Affordable Housing Agreements, per Chapter 260 and Chapter 188 of Municipal Code, respectively;
  • Conducting hearings between the tenants that file a Failure to Maintain Service Petition and their landlord as well any legal representatives.
  • Gather evidence, information and testimony through these hearings by questioning both parties on the documents provided in each case file;
  • Corresponding with all parties when needing additional documents to issue a detailed and fair determination;
  • Writing a thorough and detailed determination that references all evidence and testimony provided in support of a Bureau of Rent Leveling decision;
  • Preparing responses for appealed determinations that go before the Rent Leveling Board
  • Appearing before the Rent Leveling Board or Municipal Court, if needed
- *Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice._

Required Educational Background:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;

Preferred Experience:
Three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.


Essential Skills:


  • Paralegal or legal experience preferred
  • Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and local regulations relative to the control of rents.
  • Excellent verbal, written, editing, and communication skills;
  • Ability to provide clear and concise written opinions
  • Strong oral presentation skills;
  • Ability to mediate disputes and conduct hearings with assertiveness and professionalism;
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively;
  • Able to recognize and attend to important details with accuracy and efficiency;
  • Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills;
  • Ability to multitask and follow up with a sense of urgency;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Knowledge of affordable housing compliance preferred

This is a Civil Service Job, and you must eventually pass and qualify for the applicable Civil Service title.

Pay:
$67, $68,500.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:


  • Military: 1 year (preferred)
  • Leadership: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Jersey City, NJ required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Jersey City, NJ 07305: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person
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