Code Enforcement Officer

Summary The purpose of this position is to enforce and administer Town ordinances to include but not limited housing and zoning, NC State General Statutes, and North Carolina State Building Codes. This is accomplished by logging, investigating and processing complaints; issuing, notices, stop work orders, condemnation notices and civil penalties and documenting course of action. This position is open until filled and may close prior to the posted end date. Essential Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Accepts and logs formal and informal complaints as they are reported; Generates and performs site inspections of property to investigate and verify potential violations; Follows up on complaints; Issues written notices, orders or civil penalties as necessary; Enforces and administers codes as necessary to gain compliance; Documents all actions and communications; Conducts meetings and hearings with citizens and property owners to resolve outstanding violations; Conducts research as needed to verify or resolve violations; Provides testimony to support cases as necessary; Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISION EXERCISED None PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is typically performed while sitting, climbing, stooping, walking and standing. The employee uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is performed in an office, a vehicle, outdoors, in residential and commercial construction, and on active construction sites. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job. KNOWLEDGE OF Local ordinances, North Carolina General Statutes, and construction/trade codes Methods and practices utilized in the building trade and/or enforcement ABILITY TO Solve problems and make sound decisions Perform mathematical calculations and utilize various hand tools and protective equipment Utilize and effectively operate a personal computer and various word processing and database software applications such as Microsoft office suite and other related software Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers Communicate effectively orally and in writing Work Independently with little direction Maintain records and prepare reports as needed Interact with the public and solve violations and conflicts using tact and good customer service skills Make presentations to the public and public officials Enter crawlspaces, attics and other areas of limited mobility Drive a vehicle to perform required inspections Model behaviors that are consistent with our values of RESPECT. EDUCATION High school diploma or equivalent. EXPERIENCE Two years of progressively responsible related experience in the fields of enforcement, inspections and/or construction. CERTIFICATION Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina or the ability to readily obtain one. Maintenance of valid license in good standing is required for this job. Supplemental Information This classification has been designated as Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. This position is driving essential and must conform to the requirements of the Town's Accident and Safe Driving procedures. GRADE 212