Code Compliance Officer – City Enforcement & Licensing

City of Newberry; South Carolina; On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Newberry in Newberry, SC seeks a Code Enforcement Official to enforce city codes and ordinances, assist businesses with licensing and A-Tax payments, and coordinate with Finance, Police, Building, and Development departments to ensure compliance. The position requires an associate degree and at least two years of related experience; a bachelor’s degree and IPMC are preferred.

Hours are 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday, with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in business, accounting, project management, or related field.
• At least two years of related work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field preferred.
• ICC IPMC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional customer service to citizens and businesses regarding licensing and A-Tax.
• Follows up on unpaid licenses and assists in renewal processes.
• Responds to complaints, investigates, and prepares evidence for cases.
• Patrols city properties to ensure compliance with ordinances.
• Identifies violations, documents findings, and notifies owners.
• Ensures accommodations taxes are paid and issues notices of violations.
• Prepares and presents cases to the Municipal Judge; follows up on abatement.

Skills

Clear communication

Verbal and written

Organizational skills

Time management

Customer service

Communication with diverse groups

Education

Associate degree (business / accounting / project management)

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

IPMC certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

City Works

Job description

The City of Newberry in Newberry, SC seeks a Code Enforcement Official to enforce city codes and ordinances, assist businesses with licensing and A-Tax payments, and coordinate with Finance, Police, Building, and Development departments to ensure compliance. The position requires an associate degree and at least two years of related experience; a bachelor’s degree and IPMC are preferred.

Hours are 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday, with occasional overtime.