Town of Orono - Code Enforcement Officer

Inspectors Association, Inc.; Orono (ME); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Orono, Office of Community Development, seeks a full-time Code Enforcement Officer to educate and ensure compliance with state laws, town ordinances, permits and codes. You will work with the public, regulators, and contractors in both field and office settings.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of municipal zoning and stormwater, with preferred CEO/LPI certifications. The role blends independent work with a collaborative team environment; one year to certify if not yet

Qualifications

• Knowledge of municipal zoning and shoreland rules.
• Experience with building/construction trades preferred.
• Certification in CEO and LPI preferred; one year to certify if not already.

Responsibilities

• Educate and ensure compliance with state laws, town ordinances and permits.
• Inspect sites and respond to inquiries from the public and contractors.
• Work with regulators and the Town team to enforce codes and permits.

Skills

Zoning

Shoreland zoning

MS4 knowledge

Code enforcement

Education

Code Enforcement Officer certification

Local Plumbing Inspector certification

Job description

Town of Orono - Code Enforcement Officer

Date Posted: September 24, 2026 | End Date: October 23, 2026
County: Penobscot County
Job Type: Code Enforcement
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Code Enforcement Officer

Full Time

Salary Range:$74,083.00 To $101,701.00 Annually

Town of Orono
Office of Community Development
Code Enforcement Officer

The Town of Orono is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Code Enforcement Officer. This is a highly responsible professional position expected to work both independently and with the Town team, regulators, contractors, and the general public to educate and ensure compliance with various State laws, Town Ordinances, permits, and professional codes. The ideal applicant is motivated, thrives in a collaborative environment, thinks strategically, has strong interpersonal communication, technical writing, customer service skills, and the ability to work effectively with both the public and private sector.

Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of the Office of Community Development and in accordance with prevailing policies, laws, regulations and rules applicable to specific areas of codes, approved plans and permits. This position performs both field work and office work.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have aworking knowledge and understanding of municipal zoning, shoreland zoning, stormwater program management within a MS4 community and experience in building/construction trades. Preferred candidates will be certified as a Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) and Local Plumbing Inspector (LPI) and have maintained continuing education in current Maine Uniformed Building and Energy Code, National Electrical Code, Uniformed Plumbing Code and NFPA Life Safety Code since certification. Candidates that are not certified will have one year from the date of hire to complete certification

Pay and Benefits

The starting salary range is $74,083 to $101,701 and is commensurate with experience, a benefit package that includes MPERS, deferred compensation, health insurance, vacation, sick leave and 13 holidays. More information about the Town of Orono can be seen on the town’s website www.orono.org .

The Town of Orono is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider.