Code Enforcement Officer Job Opening

Houlton Maine; Houlton (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid vacations

Sick time

13 paid holidays

Job summary

The Town of Houlton is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer/Health Officer/E911 Addressing Officer who will engage with the public both in-office and in the field. Responsibilities include issuing permits, inspections, and maintaining records.

The successful candidate will enforce municipal and state codes and ordinances. The position offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and retirement options, and requires state certification within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Proven communication skills are required.
• Considerable knowledge, training, and experience in building and construction trades.
• State certification in Code Enforcement, Local Plumbing, and MUBEC required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Issue permits and perform inspections.
• Maintain records and review plans.
• Interpret plans and investigate complaints.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of building and construction trades

Proficient computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

State certification in Code Enforcement

Local Plumbing certification

Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC) certification

Job description

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

The Town of Houlton is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer (CEO)/Health Officer/E911 Addressing Officer capable of working within a team environment as well as individually. This position involves interaction with the public, both in the office and in the field. The Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for issuing permits, inspections, maintaining records, reviewing plans, interpreting plans and related documents, investigating complaints, and answering inquiries by phone or in person. The CEO also staffs the Planning Board & Zoning Board of Appeals serving as their secretary and should have experience with land use and zoning ordinances.

This position is also responsible for enforcing municipal and state codes, ordinances, and regulations, including the Maine State Plumbing Code and the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC) by performing building, plumbing, housing, safety, fire prevention and zoning inspections for the Town. This position is the authorized Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Shoreland Zoning Officer, and Land Use Regulator.

The successful candidate will have proven communication skills; considerable knowledge, training, and experience in the building and construction trades; proficient computer skills; and a valid driver’s license. State certification in Code Enforcement, Local Plumbing, and MUBEC is required within one year of hire date. The pay is based on qualifications. The Town of Houlton offers an excellent benefit package including options for health, dental and/or life insurances, short-term disability, Maine State retirement, paid vacations, sick time, and 13 paid holidays.

Houlton is an Equal Opportunity Employer