CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL (BUILDING II or III)

Code Enforcement Official (Building II/III)

Cary, NC, a progressive community of over 192,000 people, is on a continuing journey of challenging the standard of how local government operates. We are seeking a passionate, committed, and skilled Code Enforcement Official (Building II or III) to join our OneCary team and work together to build community and change lives through exceptional service. The ideal candidate will embody excellence and be able to effectively perform difficult professional field inspections, which include interpreting, administering, analyzing, and enforcing state and local code requirements including reviewing and evaluating building plans and specifications. Work includes considerable public contact in dealing with contractors, architects, engineers, the general public, and other Town staff. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Chief Building Code Official. Cary offers the best benefits in support of our diverse workforce, providing employees with choices. A competitive salary is offered depending on qualifications and experience, which also includes Career Ladder opportunities for advancement. Our highly comprehensive total compensation package is unprecedented, allowing Cary to value and support our employee's whole selves, and sets us apart as an employer of choice. If you are committed to excellence and providing high quality service and desire growth opportunities and a great place to work, this may be the opportunity for you! Anticipated Salary Range: $71,448.00 - $88,628.80

Typical Tasks

• Drive to construction sites and inspect buildings at various stages of construction to ensure conformity with approved plans and compliance with state building codes and related regulations;
• Performs live remote inspections within the guidelines approved by NC DOI and Town of Cary management;
• Identifies conditions requiring correction or additional inspections; notifies appropriate individuals; issues warnings and stop work orders if necessary;
• Reviews alternate methods and materials not specifically prescribed by codes; determines if such alternate is equivalent to that prescribed by the code; approves or disapproves such use; Documents and maintains records regarding inspections; enters inspections information on computer system;
• Testifies in court on code violation cases;
• May assist in other inspection areas as needed when applicable;
• Provide consultation; advise and assist architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public on building code requirements, code interpretations, inspection procedures, and requirements for plan review and obtaining building permits;
• Develop and implement seminars and presentations to Town staff and the general public;
• Attend meetings and advise on difficult interpretation of the code and applicable ordinances;
• Prepare documents and materials to educate and inform the general public of code requirements;
• Provide code analysis for the general public by telephone, email, meetings and at the customer service counter on an immediate and anytime basis;
• Work with citizens, businesses and staff on a wide range of customer service issues; respond to citizen requests for code analysis.
• Conduct special research as needed; manage special projects as needed;
• Provide technical assistance to Town staff as needed;
• Perform other job-related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of all types of building construction processes;
• Knowledge of design principles in the construction industry;
• Knowledge of NC state building and related codes and regulations;
• Knowledge and ability to operate computers, related technology, and a variety of software applications;
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and blueprints of some complexity, quickly and accurately and to compare them with the construction in process;
• Ability to compare plans with construction in-process;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building owners, contractors and the public while using firmness and tact in enforcing building ordinances and codes;
• Ability to effectively work in high stress situations;
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to adopt and maintain accurate records.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a community college with an associate's degree in building construction or a closely related field and a minimum of five years' experience in related building construction or inspection work. Also, at a minimum must have been prequalified with North Carolina Department of Insurance (NCDOI) for a Standard Building Level 2 certificate. Attach certificates or pre-qualification letter with your application! Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• Standard level 2 or higher certificate in the Building trade;
• Experience working for a municipality as a Building inspector;
• Additional professional licenses or certifications;
• Commercial building experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Employees must be able to walk, climb, crawl, talk, see and hear. Work includes the ability to communicate with the public and the physical ability to conduct inspections while construction is in progress.

Conditions of Employment:

• Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal history check, SBI finger-printing, motor vehicle records check, education verification and credit history review) and satisfactory reference checks prior to employment.
• Requires a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must obtain Standard Building Level 3 certificate within 12-months of hire date.

Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Regular Full-Time Employees Learn more about our benefits. Cary is pleased to provide excellent, competitive, and comprehensive benefits to serve the needs of our employees and their families.

Because Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.

All regular full-time employees of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee's hire date.