What are the responsibilities and job description for the Code Enforcement Official (High Rise Team) position at Mecklenburg County?
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Please apply by: 5/25/26
Salary Range: $33 - $50/hourly
This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations. Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.
Position Summary
Review the professional design documents and inspections of the most complex commercial projects
for compliance with all applicable codes. This position, under general supervision, will provide
consultative services and participate in building code and legislative processes. May also be
responsible for performing investigations in response to fires or public complaints.
Essential Functions
Examine professional design documents to ascertain compliance with applicable codes and assure
public safety, health, and welfare of the community
Perform the most complex field inspections and enters results, defect codes, and notes on
commercial and residential projects to ensure compliance with all applicable codes
Approve or reject documents utilizing supporting code, discipline, general statutes, and policy
references
Evaluate specific projects for time of review and processes applications for time estimates
Execute final sign off and approval for construction design documents
Provide consultation before, during and following plans examination and construction: educate
design professionals and contractors regarding policies, procedures, and codes; analyzes and
suggest methods for design modifications
Participate in code making processes; provide logic, consistency, clarity, and fairness in code
changes, applications, and interpretations.
Contribute to department and industry safety objectives by actively participating in
professional organization education, legislative, administrative, and code processes
Prepare and analyze inspection reports to include collecting data and writing reports
Completes assigned inspections to meet the customer’s schedule
May assist fire personnel at emergency incidents
Experience
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of three years of experience in the design/construction of commercial buildings or two
years of inspections experience.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes
Licenses and Certifications
Requires Level III certification in at least one construction trade, or ability to obtain a
Level III certification within one year of hire
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Architect and Engineer
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of
All applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire and related codes
Applicable rules, laws and regulations
Practices and procedures related to code violations
Customer service principles
Inspection procedures
Local and State ordinances and laws relative to building construction and zoning regulations
Basic principles and practices of engineering
Building and construction materials and methods
Legislative processes
Principles, practices and methods of building design
Skills
Providing customer service
Interpreting laws and regulations
Performing inspections
Performing mathematical calculations
Reading and interpreting building plans, blue prints, documents, ordinances, and laws
Conducting technical inspections
Preparing clear, concise, and accurate reports
Abilities
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals
or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business
decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own
organization’s needs
Information Monitoring: Setting up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed
to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it
Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed
efficiently
Planning and Organization: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that
work is completed efficiently
Computer Skills
Ability to operate notebook computer or IOS device
General knowledge in various computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite
Work Environment
Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions
Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant
technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their
abilities in order to meet these obligations. No.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without
reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills,
requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the
supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any
time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
Please apply by: 5/25/26
Salary Range: $33 - $50/hourly
This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations. Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.
Position Summary
Review the professional design documents and inspections of the most complex commercial projects
for compliance with all applicable codes. This position, under general supervision, will provide
consultative services and participate in building code and legislative processes. May also be
responsible for performing investigations in response to fires or public complaints.
Essential Functions
Examine professional design documents to ascertain compliance with applicable codes and assure
public safety, health, and welfare of the community
Perform the most complex field inspections and enters results, defect codes, and notes on
commercial and residential projects to ensure compliance with all applicable codes
Approve or reject documents utilizing supporting code, discipline, general statutes, and policy
references
Evaluate specific projects for time of review and processes applications for time estimates
Execute final sign off and approval for construction design documents
Provide consultation before, during and following plans examination and construction: educate
design professionals and contractors regarding policies, procedures, and codes; analyzes and
suggest methods for design modifications
Participate in code making processes; provide logic, consistency, clarity, and fairness in code
changes, applications, and interpretations.
Contribute to department and industry safety objectives by actively participating in
professional organization education, legislative, administrative, and code processes
Prepare and analyze inspection reports to include collecting data and writing reports
Completes assigned inspections to meet the customer’s schedule
May assist fire personnel at emergency incidents
Experience
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of three years of experience in the design/construction of commercial buildings or two
years of inspections experience.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes
Licenses and Certifications
Requires Level III certification in at least one construction trade, or ability to obtain a
Level III certification within one year of hire
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Architect and Engineer
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of
All applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire and related codes
Applicable rules, laws and regulations
Practices and procedures related to code violations
Customer service principles
Inspection procedures
Local and State ordinances and laws relative to building construction and zoning regulations
Basic principles and practices of engineering
Building and construction materials and methods
Legislative processes
Principles, practices and methods of building design
Skills
Providing customer service
Interpreting laws and regulations
Performing inspections
Performing mathematical calculations
Reading and interpreting building plans, blue prints, documents, ordinances, and laws
Conducting technical inspections
Preparing clear, concise, and accurate reports
Abilities
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals
or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business
decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own
organization’s needs
Information Monitoring: Setting up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed
to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it
Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed
efficiently
Planning and Organization: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that
work is completed efficiently
Computer Skills
Ability to operate notebook computer or IOS device
General knowledge in various computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite
Work Environment
Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions
Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant
technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their
abilities in order to meet these obligations. No.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without
reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills,
requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the
supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any
time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
Salary : $33 - $50