Code Enforcement Technician

Essential Duties of the Position

• Interprets, applies and enforces the Zoning, Nuisance and other related ordinances.
• Receives and investigates citizen complaints regarding code and ordinance violations.
• Researches ownership information; prepares and mails necessary paperwork to bring the complaint into compliance; communicates with business and property owners and homeowner associations concerning violations.
• Issues fines; prepares and assists in processing liens on unpaid fines; assists in processing the release of liens upon payment.
• Composes correspondence; prepares forms; prepares and maintains various databases & spreadsheets; sets up and maintains files and records.
• Removes illegal signs. Assists County on minimum housing, building and non-residential development standards.
• Works weekends as needed.
• Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.

Minimum Required Education And Experience

• Thorough knowledge of the zoning ordinances, minimum housing, nuisance and related codes;
• General knowledge of legal procedures related to the enforcement of ordinances and codes;
• Able to prepare factual reports and present same to appropriate board or commission;
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Able to enforce ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality;
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, public officials, associates and the general public;
• High school diploma or GED and 1 to 2 years’ experience in code enforcement.
• Or a combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills to complete the essential functions and job responsibilities of this position.
• Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.

Supplemental Information

• Physical requirements involve sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• The following physical abilities may be required; balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, manual dexterity, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and/or walking.
• Work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a loud noisy location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Huntersville is committed to providing equal opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), gender, national origin, religion, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances.