Code Enforcement Officer (FT)

Maine Building Officials & Inspectors Association; Lisbon (ME); On-site; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

4 Day work week

Job summary

The Town of Lisbon, Maine, is seeking a knowledgeable Code Enforcement Officer to join our team. This leadership role protects public health, safety, and welfare while guiding growth and development throughout the community.

As the Local Health Officer, you will issue permits, conduct inspections, enforce building, zoning, and environmental regulations, supervise staff, and collaborate with residents, businesses, and boards to keep Lisbon compliant and thriving.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in construction management, public administration, planning, engineering technology, building inspection, or a related field and three years of relevant experience.
• Experience in code enforcement, construction, planning, building inspection, or related fields.
• Strong customer service and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and issue building, plumbing, demolition, and related permits.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with state and local regulations.
• Investigate code, zoning, and land use complaints.
• Serve as Lisbon's Local Health Officer.
• Provide technical assistance to residents, businesses, contractors, and developers.
• Support the Planning Board and Board of Appeals.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and regulatory documentation.
• Supervise assigned staff and inspectors.
• Participate in planning, ordinance administration, and long-range community development initiatives.

Skills

Customer service

Conflict-resolution

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in construction management or related field

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Electrical inspection certification

Job description

Date Posted: August 31, 2026 | End Date: February 27, 2027
County: Androscoggin County
Job Type: Code Enforcement

Town of Lisbon, Maine

Help Shape the Future of a Growing Community

The Town of Lisbon is seeking a knowledgeable, customer-focused, and solution-oriented Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) to join our team. This leadership position plays a vital role in protecting public health, safety, and welfare while supporting responsible growth and development throughout our community.

As the Town's Code Enforcement Officer and Local Health Officer, you will work closely with residents, business owners, contractors, developers, municipal boards, and staff to provide guidance, administer permits, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with building, zoning, land use, and environmental regulations.

Pay Grade I: $67,101 - $81,557 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

What You'll Do

• Review and issue building, plumbing, demolition, and related permits.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with state and local regulations.
• Investigate code, zoning, and land use complaints.
• Serve as Lisbon's Local Health Officer.
• Provide technical assistance to residents, businesses, contractors, and developers.
• Support the Planning Board and Board of Appeals.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and regulatory documentation.
• Supervise assigned staff and inspectors.
• Participate in planning, ordinance administration, and long-range community development initiatives.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a professional who combines technical expertise with exceptional customer service and communication skills. We are seeking someone who can educate, guide, and work collaboratively with property owners while applying regulations fairly, consistently, and professionally.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in construction management, public administration, planning, engineering technology, building inspection, or a related field and three years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in code enforcement, construction, planning, building inspection, or related fields.
• Strong customer service and conflict-resolution skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of Maine land use laws and planning practices.
• Electrical inspection certification or related credentials.
• Experience presenting before boards, commissions, or courts.

Why Lisbon?

The Town of Lisbon is committed to responsive government, economic growth, and exceptional customer service. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community that values collaboration, innovation, and professional excellence.

The Town of Lisbon offers an excellent benefits package; which includes

• Paid holidays, sick and vacation leave.
• Optional life, dental, vision, and income protection insurance.
• A choice of retirement plans.
• 4 Day work week to maximize quality of life.

Join a team dedicated to helping residents and businesses succeed while maintaining the quality, safety, and character of our community.

This position will remain open until filled. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The Town of Lisbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.