Building Codes Enforcement Officer

Job Description An employee in this class is responsible for the inspection of building construction for compliance with State building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical code requirements and the reporting on inspections activities. Work involves the inspection of residential and commercial properties to ensure compliance with State building codes; site inspections and field checks to inspect all phases of construction work; providing interpretation of codes; plan review of site and building plans; building permit issuance; and the preparation and maintenance of permit and inspections records. The employee is required to keep current on all code regulation revisions; review revisions and new codes regularly; and attend training to keep current on code changes and modern building methods. Tact, courtesy, and firmness must be exercised in dealing with contractors and the general public. Work subjects the employee to inside and outside environmental conditions, extremes in temperature, hazards associated with construction work, and may require one to work in crawl spaces and similar enclosed spaces. Examples of Job Duties Inspects buildings in the process of construction, alteration or repair for compliance with state building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical code requirements, approved plans, and construction and safety practices. Monitors foundations and framing processes, insulation installation, and general arrangement of building facilities for quality of design, materials and workmanship. Advises contractors and property owners on code interpretations and applying code regulations. Notifies responsible parties of defects and re‑inspects to determine if corrective actions have been taken. Reviews site and building plans for code compliance. Issues and processes a variety of building permits and stop work orders. Investigates complaints concerning buildings that may not comply with applicable building codes. Confers with supervisor regarding questionable installations and verification of County ordinances. Conducts final inspections and issues certificates of occupancy. Assists department staff with answering the department phone, scheduling inspections, and collecting permit applications and fees. Responds to questions from the public and contractors regarding NC Building Code. Travels to various construction sites operating a County vehicle. Establishes and maintains manual and computerized records and reports pertaining to inspections, permits, and code enforcement work. Maintains current knowledge of building codes and record keeping requirements; attends classes, seminars, and conferences to retain certification and enhance knowledge of trends and development in the field of building code inspection. Performs related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable knowledge of the state and local ordinances and codes related to all building construction trades. General working knowledge of construction and system installation procedures in electricity, plumbing, mechanical, and heat/air conditioning systems. Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications accurately and make comparisons with construction in progress. Skill in the interpretation of codes and ordinances and their application to specific situations. Skill in collaborative conflict resolution and customer service excellence. Ability to analyze situations in the areas of codes, ordinances, and related functions and make technical recommendations. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to work independently and to exercise sound judgment in making decisions in conformance with laws, regulations, and policies. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building contractors, property owners, supervisors and the general public. Ability to establish and maintain accurate and thorough reports and records. Ability to enforce regulations tactfully and firmly and in a consistent manner. Qualifications Graduation from high school with coursework in building trades and some experience in the building construction trades and enforcement of code standards; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Building Code Inspector I: Standard Level I in a trade (building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical trade) and probationary in other trade inspection areas. Building Code Inspector II: Standard Level II in a trade (building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical trade) and probationary Level II in other trade inspection areas. Building Code Inspector III: Standard Level III in a trade (building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical trade) and probationary Level III in other trade inspection areas. Benefits County Benefits Employees accrue sick and vacation time each paycheck. Stanly County observes twelve (12) holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday), Christmas (3 days). Employees receive one (1) personal day per year. Insurance Benefits Stanly County provides health & vision insurance with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina under a PPO, 80/20, with a $1,000 deductible. Teledoc is offered with a $10 co‑pay per visit. Primary care visit is a $40 co‑payment; specialist is $50 co‑pay; one free eye exam per year. The insurance coverage is free to full‑time employees. Dental coverage is with Guardian dental insurance and is free to full‑time employees. Other voluntary insurance benefits include a Flexible Spending Program, Life Insurance, Cancer, Accident, and Disability policies. Stanly County offers an employee health clinic; the on‑site Advance Practice Provider will see employees and dependents covered on the county insurance plan free of charge. As a wellness benefit, employees may join the Stanly County YMCA with the County paying half of the membership. Employee Assistant Program is offered through Atrium Health; each employee can receive up to six free sessions on a rolling year, and dependent children or spouse may also use the sessions. Retirement Stanly County employees are members of the N. C. Local Government Employees’ Retirement System. The County must withhold six percent from each paycheck for the retirement system and also contribute. Employees are vested after five years of service; after one year of contributing membership, a death benefit is available if the employee dies while still in active service or within 180 days of the last day of service. NC 401(k) (Supplemental Retirement Plan) Employees can contribute to the Empower 401(k) plan upon hire. If the employee contributes at least one percent, the County will match one percent. Additional contributions are possible through a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan and a Roth Plan Option. Longevity Longevity pay is earned after three years of continuous local government retirement‑benefited service working with Stanly County government. Longevity Bonus 3 years but less than 5 years: $300 5 years but less than 10 years: $600 10 years but less than 15 years: $900 15 years but less than 20 years: $1,200 20 years or more: $1,500 #J-18808-Ljbffr