Code Enforcement Officer

Willdan Group, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan Group, Inc. through Public Agency Resources (PARS) seeks Code Enforcement Officers (full-time and part-time) in the Albany, NY area. You will inspect sites, issue permits and occupancy certificates, investigate complaints, and enforce codes with diligence.

Ideal candidates hold NYS Code Enforcement Official certification, have experience in building construction or inspection, read technical documents, and communicate clearly while keeping orderly records.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of the NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and local zoning laws.
• Ability to read/interpret construction plans and communicate with the public.
• Proficient in using computer applications for record-keeping and permit tracking.
• Possession of NYS Code Enforcement Official certification.
• Experience in building construction, inspection, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections.
• Issuing permits and certificates of occupancy.
• Investigating complaints.
• Enforcing compliance through notices of violation.
• Issuing building permits.
• Monitoring construction of permitted projects.
• Addressing code violations.
• Record keeping.

Skills

Code enforcement

Reading plans

Public communication

Record keeping

Decision making

Education

NYS Code Enforcement Official certification

Tools

Permit tracking software

Job description

Public Agency Resources (PARS), a subsidiary of Willdan Group Inc., is seeking full-time and part-time Code Enforcement Officers in the Albany, NY area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducting site inspections.
• Issuing permits and certificates of occupancy.
• Investigating complaints.
• Enforcing compliance through notices of violation.
• Issuing building permits.
• Monitoring construction of permitted projects.
• Addressing code violations.
• Record keeping.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of the NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Codeand local zoning laws required.
• Ability to read/interpret construction plans and technical documents, and communicate effectively with the public.
• Proficient in using computer applications for record-keeping and permit tracking.
• Ability to exercise firmness, tact, and impartiality in enforcing regulations.
• Must possess NYS Department of State Code Enforcement Official certification.
• Experience in building construction, inspection, or a related field (e.g., architecture, engineering).
• Knowledge of building materials, fire safety standards, and construction methods.
• Possession of a valid New York State driver's license.
• Identification of New York State approved in-service Code training courses.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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