Serving a progressive community of over 170,000 people we are constantly re-imagining and challenging the standard of how local government operates, at the Town of Cary. We are seeking a passionate, committed, and skilled Code Enforcement Official (Multi-Trade) to join our OneCary team and work together to build community and change lives through exceptional service.

The ideal candidate will embody excellence and be able to effectively perform difficult technical work of conducting code enforcement inspections, principally in existing residential construction inspections, ensuring compliance with state building codes and related regulations in the following trades areas: building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.

Work includes considerable public contact in dealing with contractors, architects, homeowners, the general public, and other Town Staff, and is performed under the regular supervision of a Chief Code Enforcement Official.

The Town of Cary offers an excellent salary and benefits package that includes Career Ladder opportunities for advancement. If you are committed to excellence and providing high quality service and desire growth opportunities and a great place to work, this may be the opportunity for you!

Anticipated Annual Salary Hiring Range: $50,835.20-$82,000.00 depending on qualifications.

Performs Live Remote inspections within the guidelines approved by NC DOI and Town of Cary management;

Identifies conditions requiring correction or additional inspections; notifies appropriate individuals; issues warnings and stop work orders if necessary;

Reviews alternate methods and materials not specifically prescribed by codes; determines if such alternate is equivalent of that prescribed by the code; approves or disapproves such use; Documents and maintains records regarding inspections; enters inspections information on computer system;

Depending on Building Certificate level there may be opportunities to provide support to the Cary Fire Department afterhours and on weekend in assessing buildings and any damage(s) associated with emergency responses to buildings. This support is initiated through cell phone communication and on-site support (if needed). On-call compensation is provided when assigned;

Testifies in court on code violation cases;

May assist in other inspection areas as needed;

Performs other job-related tasks as required.

Comprehensive knowledge of state building and related codes and regulations;

Ability to detect poor workmanship, inferior materials, and hazards of fire and collapse;

Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and blueprints of some complexity quickly and accurately and to compare them with construction in process;

Ability to adopt and maintain accurate records;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with building owners, contractors, and the public while using firmness and tact in enforcing building ordinances and codes;

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Employees must be able to walk, climb, crawl, talk, see and hear. Work includes the ability to communicate with the public and the physical ability to conduct inspections while construction is in progress.

Preference will be given to candidates holding a minimum of standard level one certificates in the Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical disciplines. Additionally, candidates with experience working for a municipality as a Multi-Trade inspection and who hold additional professional licenses are preferred.

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check and education verification) prior to employment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal history check, motor vehicle records check, education verification and credit history review) and satisfactory reference checks prior to employment.

FLSA STATUS:

Non-exempt