Zoning Inspector

Horry County, (SC); Conway (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Horry County in Conway, SC is seeking a Zoning Inspector to assist in enforcing the Zoning Ordinance, perform inspections, investigate complaints, issue summons, and testify in court as necessary.

The role requires a high school diploma with at least two years' experience in planning, zoning, engineering, or related fields; a valid driver's license; ability to work outdoors in all seasons; and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Pre-employment physical and background check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and at least two years' related experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Able to pass pre-employment physical and background check.

Responsibilities

• Investigates and addresses zoning complaints and violations.
• Performs on-site inspections of landscaping, signage, parking, and other zoning requirements.
• Answers telephone calls and provides general customer service.
• Maintains computer database.
• Interacts with other departments and agencies.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Under general supervision, assists in the enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance, performs zoning inspections, investigates complaints, issues uniform summons and testifies in court as necessary.

• Investigates and addresses zoning complaints and violations.
• Performs on-site inspections of landscaping, signage, parking, and other zoning requirements.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Answers telephone calls and general customer service.
• Maintains computer database.
• Interaction with other departments and agencies.

• A high school diploma and at least two year’s experience in the area of planning, zoning, engineering, law enforcement, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• A valid driver’s license
• Familiarity with the County
• Communication skills and ability to work with the public
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons.
• Must be capable of exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force regularly.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Candidates must be able to pass required pre-employment physical and background check.