Assistant Code Enforcement Officer - Town of Gray

Inspectors Association, Inc.; Gray (ME); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

The Town of Gray is seeking an Assistant Code Enforcement Officer to support permitting, inspections, code enforcement, and customer service for safe development.

This part-time role (24 hours per week) focuses on ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal codes while assisting residents and businesses. The position operates within a council-manager government and emphasizes professional municipal services.

Qualifications

• Requires Maine Code Enforcement Officer certification and valid driver's license.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, contractors, business owners, and Town staff.
• Ability to work independently and perform inspections in varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Review permit applications and conduct inspections for compliance with codes.
• Assist residents, contractors, developers, and businesses with permitting and code questions.
• Investigate code, zoning, health, and sanitation concerns and support enforcement activities as needed.
• Issue Certificates of Occupancy and other approvals after compliance reviews.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with the public, colleagues, and partner agencies.

Skills

Code enforcement

Communication

Driver's license

Independent work

Education

State of Maine Code Enforcement Officer certification

Job description

Assistant Code Enforcement Officer - Town of Gray

The Town of Gray is seeking a qualified and customer-focused professional to serve as its Assistant Code Enforcement Officer. This part-time position works 24 hours per week and assists with permitting, inspections, code enforcement, and customer service activities that support safe and responsible development throughout the community.

Gray is a growing community of approximately 8,700 residents, offering a blend of rural character, lakes, neighborhoods, and commercial development. Operating under a Council-Manager form of government, the Town is committed to providing responsive and professional municipal services.

Primary Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing permit applications and conduct inspections to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal codes
• Assisting residents, contractors, developers, and businesses with permitting and code-related questions
• Investigatingcode, zoning, health, and sanitation concerns and support enforcement activities as needed
• IssuingCertificates of Occupancy and other approvals following compliance reviews
• Maintaining accurate records and communicatingeffectively with the public, colleagues, and partner agencies

Required Qualifications

Candidates must possess State of Maine Code Enforcement Officer certification, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, contractors, business owners, and Town staff. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and perform inspections in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in municipal code enforcement, construction, plumbing, electrical work, or a related trade is preferred. Knowledge of applicable building, health, safety, and zoning regulations, as well as experience reviewing permits and conducting inspections, would be beneficial.

Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.02-37.72 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Starting pay will be based on the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. The Town also offers paid time off and other benefits available to eligible employees.

The Town of Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer.