Building Code Officer

Job Description

The Building Code Officer conducts plan reviews and comprehensive onsite inspections of building construction to ensure compliance with all codes as required by law.

Essential Functions

• Conducts plan reviews and onsite inspections of building construction to ensure that the foundation, concrete, masonry, accessibility, framing, slab, electrical, plumbing, gas, HVAC, roofing, and all other area-related systems of the construction process are in compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Maintains thorough and accurate records of plan reviews/inspections and conferences with contractors, architects, engineers, and owners regarding the review/inspection results and follows up appropriately.
• Discusses code requirements with contractors, owners, and the general public as required; answers inquiries and responds to complaints in a timely manner.
• Keeps abreast of all changes in codes, regulations, and laws related to building code enforcement.
• Reviews specifications and calculations of building plans; consult the originator when needed to clarify or make corrections.
• Authorizes acceptance or rejection of building applications based on review.
• Provides other officers with notes on plans to assist them during inspections; assist other officers by telephone.
• Informs contractors, engineers, and architects of problems in plans, onsite workmanship, and or materials; assists in resolving issues within the scope of the assignment.
• Insures the accountability and accuracy of the building permit routing process including maintaining and updating building permit data in the department database.
• Maintains all plans and files for permanent public record.
• Enforces the provisions of local and state laws as they pertain to the construction process.
• Assists with enforcement of locally adopted unsafe and nuisance codes.
  
  

Non-Essential Functions

• Assists with any questions that the general public may have.
• Performs all other related duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications: Education and Work Experience

• Requires an associate’s degree in construction, engineering, architecture or related field, with five to seven years of experience in building, electrical, HVAC, or plumbing construction and/or inspection, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in the opinion of the Building Official provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must possess a SCLLR Residential Inspector Registration (that includes the four residential building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing certifications) within 24 months of hire date and a Commercial Inspector Registration (that includes the four commercial building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing certifications) within 36 months of hire date.
• Pay will be consistent with the number and type of certifications earned.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
  
  

The County provides on the job training which leads to certification. Pay increases with the number of certifications obtained.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move, and lift 50 lb. objects regularly.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have the ability to travel up to 85%.
  
  

Company Description

Vision

Florence County strives to be an exceptional place to live, work, and visit by enhancing the quality of life for our employees and those who call the County home, by encouraging innovation and economic opportunities, and by fostering trust and integrity in the County.

Mission

Florence County will provide high-quality public services, plan for the needs of our citizens, and promote a safe, healthy, and thriving community for all.

Benefits

• South Carolina Retirement System
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Flexible Spending Account
• Onsite Employee Health Clinic
• Onsite Employee Workout Facility
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Discounted rates at local fitness facilities