Codes Officer

About the role

The Town of Farragut seeks a full-time Codes Officer to enforce adopted building codes, conduct inspections, and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Inspects residential and commercial construction
• Conducts residential plan reviews and field inspections
• Communicates with contractors, property owners, and design professionals
• Ensures required permits are obtained and issues stop work orders
• Investigates complaints and prepares reports
• Maintains up-to-date on code changes and ensures uniformity in the construction industry
• Represents the Town of Farragut on boards as needed
• Assists with maintenance of assigned town vehicle

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Five years of experience in building construction, engineering, or code enforcement
• State of Tennessee Building, Plumbing, and Mechanical Inspector certification within twelve months of hire
• Valid driver's license in the State of Tennessee

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of standard building and general construction codes
• General knowledge of legal procedures related to the enforcement of ordinances and codes
• Skills in reading and interpreting blueprints, site plans, and ensuring compliance with ordinances and codes
• Ability to create and maintain records and reports
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, hardware, and software
• Ability to attend building code training courses and building inspector association meetings
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various stakeholders

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of standard building and general construction codes
• General knowledge of legal procedures related to the enforcement of ordinances and codes
• Skills in reading and interpreting blueprints, site plans, and ensuring compliance with ordinances and codes
• Ability to create and maintain records and reports
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, hardware, and software
• Ability to attend building code training courses and building inspector association meetings
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various stakeholders

Benefits

• 88% Town paid health coverage for employee and up to family plan
• 100% Town paid Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and LTD
• Optional STD, FSA, Additional Life for family, Hospital Insurance, Accident Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401k Retirement plan with a 6% Town contribution (no match required)
• Paid Time Off (Paid Holidays, Annual Leave and Sick Leave)
• Park and Recreation Discounts

Pay

The starting rate of pay is $32.74 (min) to $40.92 (mid) per hour.

Schedule

Full-time position.