Code Enforcement Officer

Stryker Corporation; Columbia (SC); On-site; Confidential; Part time

Job summary

City of Columbia is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer (Part-Time) in the Administration department. The role focuses on enforcing zoning and general codes, handling business licensing, permitting, community outreach, and related administrative tasks.

Essential duties include responding to inquiries, enforcing codes, conducting inspections, maintaining records, and preparing reports for decision-making. Training and certification within 12 months are expected where applicable.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED. Associates degree or vocational technical degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience performing investigative work enforcing laws, codes, or regulations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to public inquiries and complaints regarding zoning ordinance and related activities.
• Explain, interpret, and provide guidance on business license tax laws and regulations to the public.
• Conduct tree inspections and approve/deny permits for tree removal.
• Maintain logs and inspection reports.
• Prepare studies, reports and information for decision-making purposes.
• Serve as City representative in court when zoning tickets are adjudicated.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws, rules, and procedures.
• Enforce zoning ordinances including signage, front-yard parking, and other provisions.
• Follow safety procedures and use protective equipment.
• Perform clerical duties such as reports, correspondence, filing, and data entry.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree or vocational technical degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Code enforcement software

Motor vehicle

Measuring tools

Job description

Job Title: Code Enforcement Officer (Part-Time)

Department/Loc: Administration

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Date Drafted: July 2026

Reports To: Building Official

Position Summary

The Code Enforcement Officer will be responsible for performing a variety of activities to facilitate compliance with the Citys Zoning and General Codes of Ordinances, including activities involving business licensing, permitting, zoning matters, community outreach, community development, and other administrative functions.

Position Responsibilities- Essential

This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

• Receives and responds to public inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints regarding the Citys zoning ordinance and related activities.
• Enforces the zoning ordinance and property maintenance code; explains, interprets, and provides guidance regarding business license tax laws and regulations to the public as required
• Conducts tree inspection and approves or denies permits for tree removal
• Maintains logs and inspection reports.
• Prepares a variety of studies, reports, and related information for decision-making purposes
• Serves as a City representative in court when zoning tickets have been issued and are being adjudicated
• Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures
• Enforces and promotes compliance with all provisions of the zoning ordinance, including signage, front-yard parking, over-occupancy, illegal dwelling units, etc.
• Ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; recommends any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations
• Performs general code enforcement duties and administrative / clerical work as required; including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying, and filing documents, entering, and retrieving computer data, answering the telephone, attending meetings, etc.
• Attends training, conferences, seminars, meetings, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills and maintain certifications
• Participates in safety training, makes suggestions as necessary; serves on inspection teams when appropriate
• Works according to good safety practices as posted, instructed, and/or discussed
• Follows safety rules and regulations and uses personal protective equipment
• Maintains prompt and regular attendance; adheres to City policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness

Position Responsibilities- Non-Essential/Other

• Serves as a member of various staff committees as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills and Experience

• Requires High School Diploma or GED. Associates degree or vocational technical degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience performing investigative work which included enforcing established laws, codes, or regulations such as building, fire, health, land use/zoning, penal or vehicle codes; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience

Skill in the operation of the listed tools and equipment:

1. Personal computer, including Microsoft software suite, code enforcement software
2. Motor vehicle
3. Calculator
4. Phone
5. Standard office Equipment
6. Measurement tools and other related equipment

• Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing with architects, contractors, developers, owners, supervisors, employees, and the general public; establish effective working relationships; quickly comprehend the process of business licensing and permitting
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with a variety of people
• Ability to obtain certification as a Property Maintenance Inspector within 12 months from date of employment

Beneficial Skills and Experience

• Knowledge and experience with South Carolina Zoning Laws and General Code Enforcement practices
• Knowledge and experience in business licensing
• Certification through SCLLR or ICC as a Property Maintenance Inspector

Mental & Physical Demands- ADA Guidelines

Physical Demands

• Sit Frequently
• Walk Frequently
• Stand Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Reach Outward Frequently
• Reach Above Shoulder Frequently
• Climb Frequently
• Crawl Frequently
• Squat or Kneel Frequently
• Bend Frequently

Lifting Requirements

• 10 pounds or less Frequently
• 11-20 pounds Frequently
• 21-50 pounds Frequently
• 51-100 pounds Occasionally
• >100 pounds Occasionally

Pushing and Pulling Requirements

• 12 pounds or less Frequently
• 13 to 25 pounds Frequently
• 26 to 40 pounds Frequently
• 41 to 100 pounds Frequently
• > than 100 pounds Occasionally

Definitions

• N/A Not Applicable Activity is not applicable to this occupation
• O Occasionally Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
• F Frequently Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
• C Constantly Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS

This job often requires the individual to be outside. May deal with heat, cold, rain, humidity, etc.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

The job requires normal visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision, hearing, speaking, and color perception.

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent an expressed or implied contract of employment nor does it alter your at-will employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

Salary

Compensation for this position will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and relevant experience. The position is part-time, requiring approximately 25 30 hours per week, with a flexible work schedule established in coordination with departmental needs. Part-time positions are not eligible for employer-sponsored healthcare benefits.