CITY OF RADFORD JOB OPENING
Code Enforcement Officer – The City of Radford is seeking a FT Code Enforcement Officer. The successful candidate must possess an Associate’s Degree and/or 5 years of professional experience in code enforcement, building inspection, property maintenance inspection, or equivalent combination of education, training and certification. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Building Official.
The Code Enforcement Officer will perform intermediate technical work enforcing City and State Building and Maintenance codes relating to residential, commercial and industrial construction, repairs and alteration to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal codes and regulations. The Code Enforcement Officer will also enforce City ordinances relating to inoperative vehicles, litter, debris and clutter, weed lots, nuisances; will locate and identify code violations, initiate notifications to violators of City ordinances and will follow-up on action taken to correct these violations. The successful candidate will possess or obtain ICC and Virginia Maintenance Code Inspector Certification within 12 months of hire; in addition, must also possess or obtain within 12 months ICC and Virginia certifications in the following residential categories: building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical within 24 months of hire. This position is also responsible for issuing permits for new construction, remodeling and water/sewer lines for residential and commercial properties. The Code Enforcement Officer will respond to public inquiries and complaints in a courteous manner and investigate/resolve issues timely. This position also researches property ownership, land characteristics and occupancy status using internal and external database systems, including internet resources and City records.
Applications may be obtained on the City’s website, www.radfordva.gov and returned to Human Resources, 10 Robertson Street, Radford, VA 24141. For consideration applicant must submit a fully completed City of Radford employment application along with relevant certifications and/or degree(s). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Starting Salary range $42,322 – $66,696 depending on qualifications and certifications; excellent benefit package that includes enrollment in VRS and 100% employer paid insurance for employee. Successful completion of drug screen and background check is a must. Deadline: open until filled. The City of Radford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.