Code Enforcement Officer I-II

City of Wilson•Wilson, NC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in the heart of eastern North Carolina. The City of Wilson is known for innovation and outstanding service. The hiring range for this position is $49,800.37 (minimum salary) to $68,582.68 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications for a Code Enforcement Officer I. The hiring range for this position is $54,970.28 (minimum salary) to $75,702.44 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications for a Code Enforcement Officer II. The purpose of this position is to perform technical inspections of new and existing buildings to enforce city building code, minimum housing code, nuisance code and zoning code. Successful performance ensures compliance with applicable codes. The work consists of varied technical inspection duties. Frequently changing codes contribute to the complexity of the position.

Requirements

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years of experience or service.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain the appropriate state certification for the type of inspection(s) conducted.
At a minimum, a Level I standard certification shall be held in at least one of the following: Building, Plumbing, Mechanical or Electrical. A Level I probationary certificate may also be considered but as a condition of continued employment a Level I standard certificate must be achieved within two years.
Knowledge of building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems construction and installation.
Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and federal, state, and local codes, laws and regulations.
Skill in performing inspections of new and existing homes and commercial buildings.
Skill in the condemnation/demolition process of commercial buildings.
Skill in the operation of computers and other standard office equipment.
Skill in planning, organization, and decision making.
Skill in interpersonal relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to prepare factual reports and present same to appropriate boards or commissions.
At a minimum, a Level II standard certification shall be held in at least one of the following: Building, Plumbing, Mechanical or Electrical. A Level I standard certificate shall be held in the other trade areas. For the remaining trades, a Level I probationary certificate may also be considered but as a condition of continued employment a Level I standard certificate must be achieved within two years.

Responsibilities

Performs various building, housing and nuisance code inspections.
Responds to and investigates citizen complaints regarding alleged code violations.
Reviews residential and commercial building plans.
Reviews and approves applications for building permits
Maintains records, files, and daily work sheet.
Attends inspection and department staff meetings.
Attends educational courses and seminars to maintain required certifications.
Meets with customers to discuss plans and explain code requirements.
Inspects daycare homes and centers, group homes and adult care homes and centers.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Determines habitability of dwellings and investigates abandoned buildings for determination of reparability.
Issues warnings, official notices, stop work orders and citations as necessary to obtain compliance with appropriate codes.