Field Code Compliance Inspector

Cumberland County; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland County’s Planning & Inspections Department seeks a Code Enforcement Officer to enforce minimum housing, zoning, subdivision, and related ordinances. You will investigate complaints, conduct inspections, issue violations, and review permits to ensure compliance with county and state codes.

Responsibilities include drafting notices, conducting hearings, and presenting findings. Strong knowledge of zoning and building codes is essential, with preferred certifications for advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited two-year college or technical school in building construction technology, construction management, or related field, or high school/GED with two years of planning/zoning or enforcement experience.
• Management Preference: Building Level I certification from NC DOI or NC Certified Zoning Official (CZO).
• Knowledge of building construction and related plumbing, electrical, and mechanical knowledge; ability to read deeds, plats, plots plans, and zoning maps.

Responsibilities

• Review, approve, and coordinate permit applications to ensure compliance with zoning, subdivision, watershed, flood plain ordinances, and state building code.
• Draft, issue, and manage Notices of Violation, Civil Citations, Notices of Hearings, and Findings of Fact & Orders.
• Conduct hearings with property owners to address corrective actions and prepare court documentation when necessary.
• Perform field inspections to verify compliance with applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations.
• Research properties for adherence to zoning and land use regulations and review commercial plans for compliance.
• Provide consultation to property owners, developers, contractors, tenants, and the public on ordinance requirements.
• Attend and present information or sworn testimony at public hearings and court proceedings.
• Compile comprehensive reports based on findings from field investigations.

Skills

Code enforcement

Building codes

Ordinance interpretation

Public communication

Caseload management

Education

Two-year college degree in building construction technology/related field

High school diploma with 2+ years enforcement experience

Job description

Cumberland County’s Planning & Inspections Department seeks a Code Enforcement Officer to enforce minimum housing, zoning, subdivision, and related ordinances. You will investigate complaints, conduct inspections, issue violations, and review permits to ensure compliance with county and state codes.

Responsibilities include drafting notices, conducting hearings, and presenting findings. Strong knowledge of zoning and building codes is essential, with preferred certifications for advancement.