Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer

City of Bristol; Village of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Personal days, vacation, sick leave, 2

Insurance package (medical, dental, V—

Job summary

City of Bristol in New York is seeking a Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer to plan, supervise, and enforce zoning regulations, health and safety codes, and related ordinances. The role involves inspections, record-keeping, and advising city boards.

The candidate will handle complaints, draft legal documentation, and coordinate with departments while maintaining open communication with the public. Must possess a high school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in OpenGov and

Qualifications

• Requires High school diploma/GED and 3 years of zoning-related inspections experience.
• Ability to read plans and specifications for enforcement actions.
• Experience interpreting municipal ordinances and state statutes.
• Familiar with permitting and code enforcement software, preferably OpenGov.
• Intermediate skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement a comprehensive zoning advisory, inspection, and enforcement program.
• Prepare documentation for enforcement in civil court actions and prosecutions.
• Conduct inspections and respond to complaints from the public.
• Provide technical zoning assistance to City Boards and Departments.
• Perform conflict resolution and effective communication with the public.

Skills

OpenGov

Microsoft Office

GIS mapping

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

OpenGov

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS mapping tools

Job description

• Position Type:
  Inspections/Environmental/Zoning
• Date Posted:
  9/15/2026
• Location:
  Building Department
• Date Available:
  ASAP

ZONING/CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

BUILDING DEPARTMENT

SUMMARY: Plans, organizes, and implements a comprehensive zoning advisory, inspection, and enforcement program. Inputs and maintains computerized records, drafts correspondence, and orders remedial action of zoning violations. Interprets and enforces Zoning Regulations, City Ordinances including the Property Maintenance and Enforcement Code, and regulations related to health and safety.Conducts inspections, and participates in preliminary reviews and consultation with other City departments.Investigates and responds to complaints.Provides technical zoning assistance and consultation to various City Boards, Commissions, Departments, or special building committees. Prepares documentation required for enforcement of zoning regulations in civil court actions and criminal prosecutions, and appears in court. Manages a variety of enforcement programs as directed by, and under the supervision of, the Chief Building Official. Perform conflict resolution, de-escalation, and tactful communication with the public.

QUALIFICATIONS: Requires High school diploma/GED, and 3 years of relevant experience performing inspections and other zoning related duties, interpreting municipal ordinances and state statutes. Requires ability to read plans and specifications, have intermediate knowledge of permitting & code enforcement case management software, preferably OpenGov, and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with GIS mapping tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The list is not all-inclusive and may be supplemented as necessary. Regularly required to talk or hear. Frequently required to sit and stand, occasionally required to walk and climb or balance.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Works in indoor or office environment and outdoor environment.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Requires CT Driver's License. CAZEO Certification is required within 3 years of hire (CT Association of Zoning Enforcement Officials). Must apply for a membership with CAZEO within 30 days of hire to initiate the certification process.

BENEFITS include Defined Benefit Pension Plan, generous time off (personal days, perfect attendance days, vacation, accrued sick leave, including 13 full day & 2 half day holidays) & insurance package (medical, dental, vision care, prescriptions, life, and short-term disability).

SALARY: $40.79/hr. (Increases to $44.68 @6 months, $46.94 @1 year.)