Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer

Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer JobID: 746 Position Type: Inspections/Environmental/ZoningDate Posted: 9/15/2026Location: Building DepartmentDate Available: ASAP Closing Date: Open until filled. ZONING/CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER BUILDING DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: Plans, organizes, and implements a comprehensive zoning advisory, inspection, and enforcement program. Inputs and maintains computerized records, drafts correspondence, and orders remedial action of zoning violations. Interprets and enforces Zoning Regulations, City Ordinances including the Property Maintenance and Enforcement Code, and regulations related to health and safety. Conducts inspections, and participates in preliminary reviews and consultation with other City departments. Investigates and responds to complaints. Provides technical zoning assistance and consultation to various City Boards, Commissions, Departments, or special building committees. Prepares documentation required for enforcement of zoning regulations in civil court actions and criminal prosecutions, and appears in court. Manages a variety of enforcement programs as directed by, and under the supervision of, the Chief Building Official. Perform conflict resolution, de-escalation, and tactful communication with the public. QUALIFICATIONS: Requires High school diploma/GED, and 3 years of relevant experience performing inspections and other zoning related duties, interpreting municipal ordinances and state statutes. Requires ability to read plans and specifications, have intermediate knowledge of permitting & code enforcement case management software, preferably OpenGov, and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with GIS mapping tools. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The list is not all-inclusive and may be supplemented as necessary. Regularly required to talk or hear. Frequently required to sit and stand, occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Works in indoor or office environment and outdoor environment. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Requires CT Driver's License. CAZEO Certification is required within 3 years of hire (CT Association of Zoning Enforcement Officials). Must apply for a membership with CAZEO within 30 days of hire to initiate the certification process. BENEFITS include Defined Benefit Pension Plan, generous time off (personal days, perfect attendance days, vacation, accrued sick leave, including 13 full day & 2 half day holidays) & insurance package (medical, dental, vision care, prescriptions, life, and short-term disability). SALARY: $40.79/hr. (Increases to $44.68 @6 months, $46.94 @1 year.) SUBMIT ONLINE APPLICATION w/RESUME: www.bristolct.gov DEADLINE: Open until filled. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER