Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector

$65,832 - $80,454/Yr

Peters Township - McMurray, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

McMurray, PA

About the position

The Code Enforcement Officer/Building Inspector plays a crucial role in Peters Township by administering and enforcing zoning, subdivision, and land development ordinances, as well as property maintenance codes. This position requires the successful candidate to obtain necessary certifications for conducting building inspections and to support building inspectors in their duties. The role offers opportunities for professional development and skill acquisition in a supportive environment, making it ideal for individuals committed to public service and interested in building and zoning regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce the Township's zoning ordinance, subdivision and land development ordinance, and Property Maintenance Code.
• Contact property owners or contractors regarding compliance with Township regulations, including drafting enforcement letters and filing citations.
• Attend magisterial and court hearings as the Township's representative when necessary.
• Review applications for building permits for compliance with Township regulations and take necessary action as warranted.
• Develop a database of information to assist in enforcement of planning, zoning, and other department responsibilities.
• Initiate and issue written notifications to property owners when required and follow up to ensure correction and compliance.
• Act as a resource and provide information to the general public on property maintenance and zoning.
• Attend Zoning Hearing Board meetings as required.
• Maintain a filed record of all non-conforming uses and signs, notifying owners of such non-conformity and keeping it as a public record.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or an Associate's degree, or a High School diploma with at least two years of relevant experience in zoning and property maintenance enforcement.
• Possess and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and complex zoning ordinances.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence in a coherent and logical manner.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to examine and evaluate permit and building applications, interpret maps, site plans, and plats.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of the physical, social, and economic structure of the Township.
• Knowledge of planning law and the technique of enforcing and administering zoning and property code maintenance.
• Knowledge of zoning and subdivision and land development regulations.