Michael Rhoads
Sunbury,PA
Summary
Well-informed Code Enforcement Officer with sound knowledge of all laws and local ordinances. Tough-minded and meticulous with outstanding researching abilities. Adept at visiting and inspecting facilities to determine potential code violations. Patient Code Enforcement Officer adept at enforcing city ordinances, codes and state regulations for housing and property maintenance. Successful at fielding citizens' complaints and reaching effective compromises. Experience attending court proceedings and assessing demolition and rehabilitation projects. Communicates clearly and concisely. Skilled Code Enforcement Officer with solid background in enforcing local municipal codes, zoning regulations and building ordinances. Strengths include keen observational skills, deep knowledge of regulatory compliance, and ability to handle conflict resolution professionally. Previous work has resulted in improved community standards through timely enforcement actions and collaborative problem-solving. Resourceful Code Enforcement Officer known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in regulatory compliance, public safety protocols, and conflict resolution. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring adherence to local ordinances and fostering community cooperation.
Overview
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Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Safety Supervisor
City of Sunbury
Sunbury , PA
2024.01 - 2024.07
- Provided expert testimony at hearings regarding the interpretation of codes or regulations.
- Maintained contact with contractors hired by property owners in order to ensure completion of work in accordance with standards set forth by the municipality.
- Analyzed data collected from inspections in order to identify patterns or trends which could indicate systemic problems requiring further investigation.
- Assisted in the preparation of legal documents related to code enforcement activities, such as citations and notices of violation.
- Investigated complaints regarding zoning violations, code enforcement issues and other municipal ordinances.
- Participated in community meetings to discuss proposed changes or updates to existing codes and ordinances.
- Interacted with citizens in order to answer questions regarding code enforcement procedures and regulations.
- Collaborated with other departments within the city government to resolve code enforcement issues in a timely manner.
- Prepared detailed reports on inspection findings, including photographs of noncompliant properties or buildings.
- Performed research on various topics related to code enforcement activities such as building construction techniques or land use policies.
- Educated property owners about local codes and ordinances, providing guidance on how to bring their property into compliance.
- Developed strategies for enforcing codes more effectively while minimizing disruption for affected parties.
- Attended hearings before administrative boards or courts concerning code enforcement cases.
- Assessed fines for violators when appropriate according to established guidelines.
- Conducted on-site inspections of residential and commercial properties to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Monitored progress of abatement efforts by visiting sites periodically until full compliance is achieved.
- Drafted letters to property owners informing them of violations and outlining corrective actions required for compliance.
- Ensured that all necessary records were properly maintained, including case files, inspection logs, photographs, affidavits and court orders.
- Organized public outreach campaigns designed to inform citizens about relevant laws and regulations.
- Inspected properties for violations.
- Appeared in court as necessary and testified at hearings.
- Protected safety and health of citizens by keeping buildings and land in accordance with housing and zoning ordinances.
- Prepared written reports, memos and correspondence.
- Planned, organized and directed fire prevention policies for code enforcement, investigation and public education.
- Participated in development of drafting and rewriting various municipal codes.
- Located hazardous conditions and fire code violations in new and existing constructions.
Code Officer
City of Sunbury
sunbury , pa
2007.10 - 2024.01
Education
High School Diploma -
Shikellamy High School
Sunbury, PA1986-06
Skills
- Certification from Penn Lyon Homes for completing framing, plumbing and electrical quality control.
- Knowledge of BOCA international residential codes, international building codes, and national electric code, international plumbing codes.
- Basic vehicle rescue technician certification from Harrisburg Area Community College November 18, 2003.
- Essentials of firefighting from Pennsylvania State fire academy 4/25/2005.
- Firefighter 1 certification from office of the state fire commissioner 6/27/2005
- Incident command system certification from Luzerne County Community College public safety training institute and the Pennsylvania state fire academy 12/27/2005
- Haz mat operations certification from Harrisburg Community College 4/17/2006 to 4/23/2006
- Electrical inspections
- Electrical testing
- Plumbing inspections
- Plumbing testing
- Verify homes are built with proper framing and structural support members are in proper location.
- Make sure proper wind load and snow load requirements are met on roof systems.
- Make sure windows, doors and siding are properly installed.
- Make sure all home meet Federal, State and local code requirements.
- If situations arise it is my job to make sure they are corrected to meet all code requirements.
- Responsible for zoning within the city.
- Responsible for land development within the city.
- Responsible for regulating projects and seeing them through.
- Property inspections.
Certification
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED 3/7/24 to 3/2026
- Communicating Effectively 1/12/24
- Common Sense & Critical Thinking: Tolerance, Diversity and Stereotypes 1/11/24
- Customer Service: Difficult Customers 1/11/24
- Conflict Resolution 1/11/24
- Defensive Driving Tips for Transportation Employees 1/11/24
- Discipline in the Workplace 1/11/24
- Discrimination & Workplace Sensitivity 1/11/24
- Distracted Driving Prevention for Transportation Employees 1/11/24
- Workplace Code of Conduct 1/11/24
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for Employees 12/19/23
- Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace 1/11/24
- Stress Management Techniques for Employees 1/11/24
- Stormwater Facility Operation and Maintenance/A1 5/29/14
- PSATS International Property Maintenance Code 4/23/17
- Right to Know Law Training for Local Government 2/9/18
- BCO 120: Best Practices for Code Administration 5/2/17
- Certified Indoor Air Quality Technician 5/6/08
- IRC 101T: IRC 2009 Update 2/16/10
- Safety Committee Dynamics, Hazard Identification, Accident Investigation 3/11/10
- BCO 109: How existing Commercial Buildings are Regulated by the Uniform Construction Code 4/18/10
- Zoning Decisions 4/29/14
- Opioid Education and Naloxone Administration Training 3/5/20
- Substances of Abuse Supervisors Recognition and Awareness Training 10/25/23
- Confrontation Skills 9/8/23
- Certified Mold Inspector and Assessor 12/9/10
Timeline
Public Safety Supervisor
City of Sunbury
2024.01 - 2024.07
Code Officer
City of Sunbury
2007.10 - 2024.01
High School Diploma -
Shikellamy High School
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED 3/7/24 to 3/2026
- Communicating Effectively 1/12/24
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