Code Enforcement Officer

Liberty County BOC•Hinesville, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Liberty County Board of Commissioners is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Code Enforcement Officer for the Building & Licensing Department. The position promotes compliance with county codes, zoning regulations, and property maintenance standards to help maintain safe, orderly, and attractive communities. It also processes mobile home delinquencies. The officer conducts inspections and investigates complaints, communicates violations and possible corrective actions, performs follow-up inspections, prepares cases for court, and issues citations. The role also includes maintaining enforcement records, assisting the public with code-related matters, coordinating with County offices on delinquent mobile homes, inspecting damaged or potentially unsafe properties, and supporting department operations. The position is based at the Liberty County Courthouse Annex in downtown Hinesville. The typical schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Work takes place in an office and at field locations, with exposure to outdoor weather and various site conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
More than one year of related experience.
Valid Georgia Class C driver’s license and acceptable driving history.
Knowledge of county and department policies and procedures; relevant county nuisance and zoning ordinances; Georgia laws and procedures for mobile home identification, billing, and collection; Liberty County mobile home lot regulations, locations, permitting, registration, and Tax Commissioner decals; basic construction industry standards; and county geography.
Skills in assessing structures for demolition; planning, organizing, analyzing, decision-making, and problem-solving; interpersonal relations; records and file maintenance; mathematical calculations; reading plats, site plans, and maps; interpreting and applying zoning regulations; operating a computer, calculator, and typewriter; and oral and written communication.
Ability to perform work involving sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping; occasionally lift light and heavy objects, climb ladders, use tools and equipment requiring dexterity, and distinguish between shades of color.

Responsibilities

Inspect compliance with zoning ordinances, land development regulations, lot requirements, and setbacks.
Respond to and investigate complaints of zoning code violations and participate in court hearings as required.
Notify responsible contractors, subcontractors, or homeowners of violations and discuss options for correcting them.
Conduct follow-up inspections to determine compliance and prepare non-compliance cases for court.
Inspect existing structures for demolition and substandard purposes and provide oral and written reports.
Assist in maintaining zoning regulations and records of complaints, re-inspections, enforcement notes, and required reports.
Compile status reports on assignments and mobile home delinquencies as requested, and assist with office support duties.
Issue citations for zoning, code, ordinance, and mobile home delinquency violations.
Prepare and send letters to property owners regarding overgrown lots, abandoned vehicles, and abandoned premises.
Perform routine department vehicle maintenance, including washing and checking fluids, belts, hoses, tires, and battery, and changing tires.
Assist with disaster preparedness plans, suggest damage control activities, and inspect damaged property.
Inspect properties for compliance with ordinances concerning litter and inspect structures for potential safety or sanitation violations.
Answer public inquiries and advise the public on code-related provisions and how to achieve compliance.
Work with County offices on processing delinquent mobile homes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.