Code Enforcement Officer

City of Burlington NC•Burlington, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you have the passion and experience to enforce the North Carolina General Statutes and the City of Burlington's Code of Ordinances while helping maintain safe, clean, and healthy neighborhoods? If so, we'd love to have you join our team as a Code Enforcement Officer! In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact by helping ensure that Burlington remains a great place to live, work, and play for residents and visitors alike. The Planning Department is responsible for the land use management and regulations pertaining to development and growth in the City of Burlington and its Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction. Through daily management involving a range of activities, the Code Enforcement Division seeks to maximize the health, safety, and economic well-being of Burlington.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalency
A minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in code enforcement, construction, or inspections.
Valid North Carolina Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain CZO certification within one year.
Ability to obtain NCAHCO, CHCO certification within one year.

Responsibilities

Performs technical work enforcing City codes pertaining to land use, zoning, nuisance abatement, and minimum housing.
Enforces municipal ordinances and state statutes with a focus on public safety, health, and welfare.
Interprets and applies technical knowledge to address ordinance violations, including dilapidated buildings, high grass, junk vehicles, illegal home occupations and minimum housing codes.
Inspects houses and buildings for disrepair or hazardous conditions.
Evaluates all dwellings to determine fitness for human habitation.
Investigates complaints on nuisances or code violations related to minimum housing, zoning, and other regulations.
Provides guidance to contractors, engineers, architects, lawyers, and citizens on zoning, housing, and code compliance requirements.
Responds to inquiries from the public, contractors, and builders regarding codes and compliance processes.
Researches property details, including tax records, GIS maps, and deeds, to verify locations and ownership.
Documents complaints through interviews, photographs, and collected evidence for accurate assessments.
Advises property owners on land use restrictions, violations, appeals, and re-inspection deadlines.
Consults supervisors on enforcement actions and testifies in court as necessary.
Patrols assigned areas to identify and initiate cases for code violations.
Performs related tasks and responsibilities as required and assigned.