Part Time - Code Enforcement Officer/LPI

Inspectors Association, Inc.; Maine; On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Carmel is seeking a Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer/LPI to review building permit plans, issue permits, and inspect structures for safety and compliance. The role supports planning and zoning processes and maintains detailed records of all activities in town offices.

Candidates with license code enforcement experience are encouraged to apply. Work is on-site in Carmel; Mondays are required, with additional days negotiable. Starting wage is $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in license code enforcement encouraged.
• Part-time schedule (12-20 hours/week), Mondays required; other days negotiable.
• Independence with supervision from Town Manager.

Responsibilities

• Review plans submitted with building permit applications for compliance with ordinances and regulations.
• Issue building permits to appropriate applicants; inspect buildings and structures for safety and standard compliance.
• Attend Planning Board and Board of Appeals meetings; provide information to assist decisions.
• Maintain records of applications, permits, variances, fees, and actions; investigate violations of local land use ordinances.

Skills

Building permits review

Plan review

Municipal regulations

Record keeping

Job description

Part Time - Code Enforcement Officer/LPI

Date Posted: October 07, 2026 | End Date: December 31, 2026
County: Penobscot County
Job Type: Code Enforcement

TheTown of Carmelis currently seeking candidates for a part-time (12-20 hours per week), Mondays required; other days negotiable. Code Enforcement Officer. Carmel has a population of approx. 2,700 and is a bedroom community to the Greater Bangor Economic Region.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; review of plans submitted with building permit applications and ensure that all plans are in compliance with the appropriate municipal, state, and federal ordinances and regulations; issue building permits to appropriate applicants; inspect buildings and other structures for structural safety, sanitation, and other standards; analyze municipal zoning ordinances and make suggestions for revisions to the Town’s land use, subdivision, and zoning ordinances; attend Planning Board and Board of Appeals meetings and provide information to assist the Board(s) in making decisions; collect fees authorized by the municipality; keep a complete record of all essential transactions of the office, including applications submitted, permits granted or denied, variances granted or denied, revocations actions, revocation of permits, appeals, court actions, violations investigated, violations fond, fees collected, and plans administered; and investigate complaints of alleged violations of local land use ordinances.

Prior experience as a License Code Enforcement Officer are encouraged to apply. This position is performed in accordance with Town Ordinances / State of Maine and Federal Laws with a high degree of independence and supervision from the Town Manager.

The Town of Carmel offers a competitive wage, starting at $30-$35 per hour. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with a starting pay range based on demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities and work experience.

A detailed job description will be made available by contacting the town office at 207-848-3361 or by email at [e-mail].

Position will remain open until filled.

The Town of Carmel is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer.