Code Enforcement Officer

JOB SUMMARY

Liberty County Board of Commissioners is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Code Enforcement Officer to join the Building & Licensing Department. This position is responsible for promoting compliance with county codes, zoning regulations, and property maintenance standards to help maintain safe, orderly, and attractive communities. This position also processes mobile homes delinquencies. 

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Inspects compliance with zoning ordinances and land development regulations, lot requirements, and setbacks.
2. Responds to and investigates complaints of zoning code violations and participates in court hearings as required.
3. Notifies responsible contractor, subcontractor, or homeowner of code violations and discusses possible options to correct violations.
4. Conducts follow-up inspections to determine code compliance; prepares non-compliance cases for court.
5. Performs inspections on existing structures for demolition and substandard purposes; gives oral and written reports.
6. Assists in maintaining all zoning regulations.
7. Assists in maintaining files of complaints, re-inspections of complaints, enforcement notes, and required reports; compiles status reports on specific assignments and mobile home delinquencies as requested; assists with office support duties as required.
8. Issues citations for zoning, code and ordinance violations, and mobile home delinquencies.
9. Prepares and sends letters to property owners with overgrown lots, abandoned vehicles, and abandoned premises.
10. Performs department vehicle routine maintenance duties such as washing; checking fluids, belts, hoses, tires, and battery; and changing tires.
11. Assists with disaster preparedness plans; suggests damage control activities; conducts inspections of damaged property.
12. Performs on-site inspections of properties to determine compliance with various ordinances concerning litter. 
13. Inspects existing structures for potential violations of safety or sanitation.
14. Answers inquiries and advises the public on the provisions of code related matters; provides assistance to assist in achieving compliance.
15. Works with various County offices concerning the processing of delinquent mobile homes.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of county and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant county nuisance and zoning ordinances.
• Knowledge of Georgia laws and procedures pertaining to mobile home identification, billing, and collection.
• Knowledge of Liberty County Codes concerning Mobile Home lot regulations; locations; building & licensing permitting; registration; and Tax Commissioner Decals.
• Knowledge of basic construction industry standards.
• Knowledge of geography of the county, including subdivisions, roads, and street names.
• Skill in assessing structures for demolition purposes.
• Skill in planning, organizing, analyzing, decision making, and problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in maintaining records and files.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations.
• Skill in reading plats, site plans, and maps.
• Skill in interpreting and applying zoning regulations.
• Skill in operating a computer, calculator, and typewriter.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. 
• The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools and equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color. 
• The work is typically performed in an office and at field locations where the employee is exposed to dust, dirt, construction machinery, noise, irritating chemicals, and inclement weather.  
• The work may require the use of protective devices such as hardhats.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required. 
• More than one (1) year of related experience required.
• Possession of a valid Georgia Class C driver’s license and acceptable driving history.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The minimum annual compensation for this position is $47,242 (pay grade 14). The typical work schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM at the Liberty County Courthouse Annex in downtown Hinesville. 

Liberty County government offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time permanent employees, including: 

• 401(a) retirement plan with employer match 
• 13 paid holidays 
• paid vacation and sick leave 
• low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance 
• free term life insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  
• Health & wellness program  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process should notify the Human Resources Office via telephone at (912) 391-1247 or by email to [email protected].