Code Enforcement Officer
About The Position
The Code Enforcement Officer directs community planning duties, including field inspections and enforcement of municipal codes and land use laws related to public welfare, property maintenance, streets, sanitation, and signage. Pursuant to Section 5-7-32 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, the municipality may appoint and commission the Code Enforcement Officer. The position reports to the Director of Building & Planning. The officer investigates and inspects properties for compliance with city codes, communicates with citizens about complaints, documents findings, and coordinates with other departments and officials. The position also supports public service, storm-damage assessment, and other Building & Planning Department functions as needed.
Requirements
- Associate degree and at least two years of experience in a job-related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Certified as a Property Maintenance Inspector, or able to obtain and maintain the certification after hire as required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and ability to learn software such as Forerunner, BS&A, ArcGIS, and Community Core.
- Valid South Carolina Driver’s License.
- Ability to lift, reach, bend, exert force, or move objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
- Ability to adapt to a stressful work environment and emergency situations.
Nice To Haves
- Residential Building Inspector or Commercial Building Inspector certification.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field investigations and land-use inspections to assess compliance with city property-maintenance, building, zoning, and other codes; prepare warning letters, notices, and ordinance fines for noncompliance.
- Work with the Building Inspector and Zoning Administrator on delivering and suggesting referrals.
- Testify at hearings about notices of violation or fines issued to code violators, as needed.
- Conduct commercial corridor code enforcement along Highways 521, 17, and 701, and Church Street; report findings to the Director and Architectural Review Boards.
- Research and review ordinances, legal descriptions, plat restrictions, and property ownership information to assess compliance with codes and regulations.
- Communicate with citizens about community development complaints, address complaints, refer matters to appropriate departments, and maintain complaint files and investigative findings.
- Report maintenance issues and illegal dumping sites in and around city streets, rights-of-way, businesses, and residential areas to the responsible department for cleanup.
- Attend FEMA regulation classes in preparation for hurricane season and work with the Building Official and other staff to assess damage after storms and emergency events.
- Operate an assigned company vehicle within department guidelines.
- Install temporary signs on city bridges when needed.
- Assist the public with requests for information such as data, deeds, and referrals.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external groups and individuals.
- Attend staff meetings and assist the Office Manager with training, posting properties, and related tasks.
- Provide backup front-desk and customer-service support for the Building & Planning Department.
- Perform other duties as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
