Code Compliance Officer jobs in Augusta, ME

Position Details

The Town of Kennebunk is seeking a full-time Assistant Code Enforcement Officer in the Community Development Division. This position will join the Town’s Code Enforcement team, which includes two full-time Code Enforcement Officers.

The Assistant Code Enforcement Officer works Monday – Friday, 37.50 hours/week, and participates in the review and issuance of building, plumbing, and electrical permits; conducts building and field inspections; investigates complaints; and ensures compliance with Town of Kennebunk ordinances and building codes.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in public service for a thriving and beautiful community. We are seeking an individual with an aptitude for building construction, inspection, customer service, and communication skills. The Town supports training and development of our employees, and we are willing to train a candidate if they do not already possess the required certifications listed in the position requirements.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Three (3) years of related experience in the construction and inspection fields preferred;
• State certification in plumbing, subsurface wastewater, basic code enforcement, Shoreland zoning, standard zoning and land use laws, Residential and Commercial Construction Costs, Radon Standards, Commercial and Residential Energy Conservation Codes, Residential and Commercial Ventilation Standards and Maine Rule of Civil Procedure 80(K), or the ability to attain certifications within 12 months of employment as a condition of hire;
• Aptitude or general working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook;
• Valid driver’s license; or
• Any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, and work experience may be considered.

Pay & Benefits

This is a full-time, non-exempt, union position with a starting pay range of $26.89-$32.11/hour, Grade G of the Town’s non-union pay ranges. Starting pay will be determined based on demonstrated knowledge, skills, abilities, and work experience.

The Town promotes a work/life balance through its wellness opportunities, paid time off, and leave policies to support employees’ varying needs. Offerings include:

• Health (supplemented by 100% Town paid HRA) or Health Opt-Out Buyout (payment for having outside health coverage)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability (income protection)
• Retirement (MainePERS or MissionSquare 401a, & an optional 457 deferred compensation plan)
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Paid time off including 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, 12 sick days per year, and on date of hire you have 2 personal days and 1 floating holiday to use when you choose!
• Town paid training and tuition reimbursement program
• Four weeks of Town paid parental leave, following the birth of an employee’s child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption or foster care.

Where applicable, coverage is offered at the single, employee/spouse or domestic partner, and family levels.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit a resume and employment application to meet application requirements. Please submit the application and any supplemental materials online through the Town’s Career Portal.

Paper copies of the employment application are available upon request. If you have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources via email or call (207) 604-1382.

The position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.89 - $32.11 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person