CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
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Responds to complaints of County code violations and investigates possible infractions: conducts site visits to determine validity of complaints or to enforce codes; collects, evaluates, records, and preserves evidence; interviews witnesses and gathers information; and takes and files photographs to document violations. Determines compliance or non-compliance with codes; meets with property owners, business owners, contractors, and others to discuss violations; issues code compliance notices and official correction notices; issues citations to violators; serves citations via certified mail or in person; and performs follow-up site inspections as needed. Interprets and enforces the provisions of applicable property maintenance, substandard housing, signs, business licenses, and related regulations, specifications, and standards; provides information and technical assistance concerning code requirements; discusses problem areas with property owners, residents, business owners, contractors and others; makes suggestions and recommends solutions to problems; responds to questions concerning code violations; and conducts research as needed. Maintains records of enforcement activities; enters data regarding work activities and violations into computer system; maintains comprehensive case files; and conducts records maintenance activities in compliance with guidelines governing record retention. Performs various tasks involving appeals board and court related proceedings; prepares documents and reports to assist in building and documenting case information; prepares evidence for appeals board and court cases; prepares, submits and/or serves summons, warrants, subpoenas and related documentation; and testifies in court as needed. Performs other related duties as required. High school diploma or GED required, with some vocational or technical training in code enforcement; supplemented by one year of work experience that shows an ability to maintain steady employment in any field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina Driver"s License. Must obtain and maintain Property Maintenance certification from the International Code Council within six months of hire. Must obtain and maintain a Residential certification from the Internal Code Council within twelve months of hire. Depending on area of assignment, may be required to obtain and maintain additional certifications.
Code : 2289-1
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : CODE ENFORCEMENT
Posting Start : 05/26/2026
Posting End : 11/30/2026
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $24.72
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