Code Compliance Investigator I

Henry County Government; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry County Government seeks a Code Enforcement Officer to enforce county codes, investigate complaints, and ensure compliance on properties and businesses. The role includes site visits, issuing notices, and coordinating with property owners.

Requires a high school diploma with two years of related experience, plus training in building trades or code enforcement; valid Georgia driver’s license; and ability to work flexible hours and conduct external inspections as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent with two years of related investigations/inspections experience and training in building trades or code enforcement.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license is required.
• Knowledge of local government operations and code enforcement programs.

Responsibilities

• Responds to complaints of County code violations and investigates possible infractions, including building, zoning, erosion control, and health and safety issues.
• Determines compliance or non-compliance with codes; meets with property owners; issues notices/citations; collects and preserves evidence; and may testify in court.
• Maintains records, enters data, and prepares reports; conducts site visits and coordinates with developers, engineers, and contractors as needed.
• Provides information on code requirements and discusses problem areas; conducts research and performance of follow-up inspections.

Skills

Code enforcement knowledge

Investigation skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Word

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Henry County Government seeks a Code Enforcement Officer to enforce county codes, investigate complaints, and ensure compliance on properties and businesses. The role includes site visits, issuing notices, and coordinating with property owners.

Requires a high school diploma with two years of related experience, plus training in building trades or code enforcement; valid Georgia driver’s license; and ability to work flexible hours and conduct external inspections as needed.