Code Enforcement Official (High Rise Team)

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position, under general supervision, will provide consultative services and participate in building code and legislative processes. May also be responsible for performing investigations in response to fires or public complaints. Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations. Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of experience in the design/construction of commercial buildings or two years of inspections experience.
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
Requires Level III certification in at least one construction trade, or ability to obtain a Level III certification within one year of hire
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required
Knowledge of all applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire and related codes
Knowledge of applicable rules, laws and regulations
Knowledge of practices and procedures related to code violations
Knowledge of customer service principles
Knowledge of inspection procedures
Knowledge of local and State ordinances and laws relative to building construction and zoning regulations
Knowledge of basic principles and practices of engineering
Knowledge of building and construction materials and methods
Knowledge of legislative processes
Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of building design
Skills in providing customer service
Skills in interpreting laws and regulations
Skills in performing inspections
Skills in performing mathematical calculations
Skills in reading and interpreting building plans, blue prints, documents, ordinances, and laws
Skills in conducting technical inspections
Skills in preparing clear, concise, and accurate reports
Ability to communicate clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Ability to ensure that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs
Ability to set up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it
Ability to effectively manage one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Ability to establish courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Ability to operate notebook computer or IOS device
General knowledge in various computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Professional Architect and Engineer

Responsibilities

Examine professional design documents to ascertain compliance with applicable codes and assure public safety, health, and welfare of the community
Perform the most complex field inspections and enters results, defect codes, and notes on commercial and residential projects to ensure compliance with all applicable codes
Approve or reject documents utilizing supporting code, discipline, general statutes, and policy references
Evaluate specific projects for time of review and processes applications for time estimates
Execute final sign off and approval for construction design documents
Provide consultation before, during and following plans examination and construction: educate design professionals and contractors regarding policies, procedures, and codes; analyzes and suggest methods for design modifications
Participate in code making processes; provide logic, consistency, clarity, and fairness in code changes, applications, and interpretations.
Contribute to department and industry safety objectives by actively participating in professional organization education, legislative, administrative, and code processes
Prepare and analyze inspection reports to include collecting data and writing reports
Completes assigned inspections to meet the customer’s schedule
May assist fire personnel at emergency incidents