What are the responsibilities and job description for the Code Enforcement Officer position at Laurens, South Carolina?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Department: Building Codes
FLSA: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Pay: $19.13
This document is not a contract of employment. Employment is at-will.
Employees of the County of Laurens and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or age.
Reasonable accommodation(s) may be available to employees or applicants of this position under the ADA/ADAA if given prior notice by the employee or applicant.
The information contained within this document indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed by an employee within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or work required of employees assigned to this position.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under general supervision, conducts comprehensive inspections of manufactured housing, residential and commercial structures and investigates suspected County ordinance violations. Work involves scheduling and conducting inspections ensuring compliance with codes and ordinances, preparing required reports and records, and performing related technical work as required. Reports to the Building Official.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Explain, and provides guidance regarding codes and compliance requirements for property owners, complainants, citizens, and others.
- Plans, schedules, and conducts inspections of buildings and properties for compliance with the International Property Maintenance Code, County mobile home ordinance, nuisance ordinance and floodplain ordinance.
- Maintains thorough and accurate records of inspections; meets with property owners regarding inspection results; makes recommendations for changes as necessary to achieve compliance; follows up to verify that corrections have been made to comply with codes.
- Issues violation and correction notices; maintains case files and evidence including photographs and other pertinent documentation, prepares cases for prosecution in the event of non-compliance, and testifies in court as necessary.
- Coordinates power, gas, and water service disconnects with local utility companies.
- Keeps supervisor informed of case progress and any difficult or unusual situations.
- Coordinates inspection activities with those of other County and municipal departments as needed.
- Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints, and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility.
- Receives and reviews a variety of documents, including permits and permit applications, floodplain applications, property tax data, property owner information, registered agents, complaints, inspection reports, and various other records, memos, and correspondence.
- Prepares and/or processes a variety of documents, including inspection reports, code and ordinance interpretations, violation notices, correction notices, mileage logs, permits, elevation certificates, and various other records, reports, memos, and correspondence.
- Refers to policy and procedure manuals, ordinances, laws, regulations, computer manuals, property maps, technical manuals and code commentaries, permit files, etc.
- Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, fax machine, copier, calculator, telephone, digital camera, etc.; uses measuring devices, testing devices, hand tools, general office supplies and computer word and data processing software.
- Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment in proper, safe operating condition.
- Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the supervisor, other County staff, contractors, property owners, engineers, surveyors, and the public.
- Attends meetings, training, seminars, and conferences as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs clerical duties as required, which may include preparing reports and correspondence, entering, and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, receiving and responding to e-mails and faxes, answering the telephone, etc.
Performs related duties as required.
Requirements
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent and experience in construction administration, code enforcement, law enforcement, building inspection, a related field or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license with a good driving record. Must pass International Code Council Property Maintenance Certification within first twelve (12) months.
Salary : $19