Code Compliance Officer (CD) Position Available In New Hanover, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: Hanover County Government is hiring a Code Compliance Officer (CD) to investigate and resolve zoning violations. The role involves conducting field inspections, responding to complaints, preparing court documents, and assisting the public with zoning inquiries. This full-time position offers a salary range of $45,676.00 - $66,000.00 annually. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and one year of relevant experience, with urban planning knowledge preferred. The Code Compliance Officer reports to the Zoning Administrator and does not supervise staff.
Job Description
Code Compliance Officer (CD)
Salary $45,676.00 – $66,000.00 Annually Location Hanover, VA Job Type Full-time Job Number 202500107 Department Planning Department Opening Date 04/25/2025 Closing Date Continuous Working Title Code Compliance Officer
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Description Hanover County is seeking a customer service driven professional to join our Code Compliance Team. Incumbent performs work in the investigation and resolution of complaints and inquiries concerning alleged violations of zoning and other applicable County development codes.
General Description:
This is a professional, technical position. The incumbent performs routine and complex tasks to ensure compliance with zoning ordinances and requirements.
Organization:
The Code Compliance Officer position is part of Hanover County’s Career Development Program (CD). The Code Compliance Officer has four (4) levels ranging from Code Compliance Officer 1 to Code Compliance Officer-Sr. The Code Compliance Officer reports to the Zoning Administrator and supervises no staff.
Essential Functions:
Gathers, selects compiles, and analyzes data pertaining to zoning enforcement activities.
Conducts field inspections.
Investigates zoning complaints and attempts to resolve violations.
Responds to inquiries related to planning/zoning problems and procedures.
Prepares notices of violation and obtains summonses for court action on violations.
Assists the public with applications and information concerning all developmental ordinances.
Reviews the plans and applications for Building Permits.
Maintains records concerning Building Permits, and related matters.
Prepares for and testifies in court Prepares staff reports for Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA).
Performs related work as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Hazards
None Known
Environment
Office -50%
Field – 50%
May be exposed to adverse weather
Physical Effort
Moderate
Exempt or Non-exempt
Non-exempt
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required thorough knowledge of the principals and practices of urban and regional planning. Strong listening and interactive skills required. Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical and statistical information and to prepare technical reports, required. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to handle difficult customer interactions. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with County officials, employees and general public is required.
Education, Experience and Training:
High school diploma or equivalent required (associates or bachelor’s degree in urban planning or related field preferred) with at least one (1) year’s experience required – OR – Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. Additional education and/or experience may be required depending on the level of the career ladder.
Special Conditions:
Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting
Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver’s License
Twelve-month probationary period
Work beyond normal work schedule
Revision Date:
September 2014 Employer
Hanover County Government
Address
7515 Library Drive Hanover, Virginia, 23069
Phone
804-365-6075 Website
http://www.hanovercounty.gov
