Building Code Enforcement Officer (Level I, II or III)

Person County Government; Roxboro (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Person County Government in Roxboro, NC is seeking a Building Code Enforcement Officer at Level I-III to join the Inspections Department. You will inspect projects and enforce codes to protect public safety, with opportunities to advance based on certifications and experience.

Starting salary is determined by education and experience; must have a valid driver's license and be able to work 37.5 hours weekly. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Trade school coursework in building construction trades.
• For Level I: One year of construction trades work experience or equivalent.
• For Level II: Two years of construction trades work experience or equivalent.
• For Level III: Four years of code enforcement or related experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Inspects construction projects throughout the process to ensure code regulations are met.
• Enforces state and local building codes; may testify in court against violators of the State building code.
• Advises contractors in interpreting and applying code regulations.
• Notifies responsible parties of defects and re-inspects to determine corrective actions; issues stop orders if necessary.
• Records required inspection results for each job for future reference.
• Maintains records of inspections and prepares necessary reports.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Skills

Inspection

Code enforcement

Record keeping

Court testimony

Education

High School or GED

Trade school coursework

Job description

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community while advancing your career in code enforcement? Person County Government is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Building Code Enforcement Officer to join our Inspections Department.

We are actively recruiting for one of the three levels of this position, depending on your experience, certifications, and qualifications. If you're committed to public safety, take pride in your work, and are ready to join a dedicated team of professionals, we want to hear from you! Whether you're just starting in the field or bringing extensive knowledge of North Carolina building codes, we encourage you to apply and grow with us!

Level I - Grade 113 - $50,076 - $64,155 annually

Level II - Grade 115 - $55,185 - $70,727 annually

Level III - Grade 117 - $60,860 - $77,981 annually

The starting salary will be determined with consideration given to both the candidate's educational background and relevant work experience.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.

This is a non-exempt position working 37.5 hours weekly/1950 hours annually.

If the position you are applying for requires a degree, education verification will be required as part of the hiring process.

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Inspects construction projects throughout the process of the project to ensure that code regulations are met.
• Enforces state and local building codes, pursuing legal remedies if necessary to stop violations; recommends judicial actions and may be required to testify in court against violators of the State building code.
• Advises contractors in interpreting and applying code regulations.
• Notifies responsible parties of defects and re-inspects to determine if corrective actions have been taken; issues stop orders if necessary.
• Records required inspection results for each job for future reference.
• Maintains records of inspections and prepares necessary reports.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Trade school course work in building construction trades.
• For Level I - One (1) year of construction trades work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• For Level II - Two (2) years of construction trades work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• For Level III - Four (4) years of code enforcement or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• For Level I - State of North Carolina Level I certification in electrical, building, mechanical and plumbing codes at the level required within three years of employment.
• For Level II - State of North Carolina Level II certification in electrical, building, mechanical, plumbing and fire codes at the level required within three years of employment.
• For Level III - Level III certification in all five certification areas (Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing and Fire) within three years of employment
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history per policy.