Code Enforcement Officer

The City of Clarksburg is seeking qualified applicants for the Code Enforcement Officer position. This position is responsible for the overall enforcement of local and state building codes, zoning regulations, ordinances, and property maintenance standards for the City of Clarksburg. This position also inspects buildings, properties, and businesses to ensure compliance with various codes and regulations. This position may require working some weekends, as requested. Job Duties and Responsibilities This position's primary role in Code Enforcement is to enforce compliance, maintain accurate records of violations and inspections for commercial and residential properties, and perform other assigned duties as directed by the Director of Code. Any one position may not include all the specific duties listed, nor do the job examples cover all the responsibilities that may be performed. Duties are subject to change as operations are deemed necessary.

• Inspect public and private properties to enforce zoning regulations and building code compliance.
• Issue citations and warnings for violations of regulations and codes such as Certificates of Use and Occupancy, Notices of Violations, Work Orders for Public Works, and Condemnation Notices and Postings.
• Maintain accurate records of residential and commercial properties related to inspections, registration of rental properties, compliance issues, violations, condemnations, demolition orders, and other enforcement actions.
• Analyzes property lot coverages and setbacks for projects.
• Point of contact for property owners and businesses to answer questions related to compliance with regulations, ordinances, and codes.
• Respond to citizen complaints concerning potential violations and take appropriate action when necessary.
• Provide education and information about regulations and codes to the public.
• Work with other city departments to ensure public safety and quality of life.
• Attend hearings and court proceedings related to code enforcement cases,
• Keep up to date on changes in regulations and codes and attend training as needed to obtain and maintain certifications.
• Provide recommendations for changes to regulations and codes based on experience and observations.
• Issue interdepartmental, public, and state agencies reports as required.
• Maintains the confidentiality of all records, reports, and correspondence.
• Performs all duties and functions following Policy and Procedure set forth by the City of Clarksburg Employee Handbook.
• Promotes an image of professional courtesy as a representative of the City of Clarksburg. Performs related work and duties as needed or assigned by superiors. Required Qualifications The incumbent must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Candidates must be able to qualify as a Building Inspector to the West Virginia State Fire Marshal's Office, which includes Code B1
• Residential Building Inspector Exam and Code B2
• Commercial Building Inspector Exam. Officers will also be required to obtain their Code 64
• Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector and all educational and licensing requirements as required by the City of Clarksburg Code.

The applicant must have a valid driver's license. The position requires the ability to type, use computer software packages, and operate ordinary office machinery. Required to pass a professional-administered pre-employment drug test and background check. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the state adopted building codes, NFPA electrical codes, the City of Clarksburg maintenance standards, ordinances, and other regulations.
• Working knowledge of building construction materials and building and housing codes.
• Ability to perform thorough and efficient inspections of structures, construction sites, and processes.
• Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of the principles of record keeping and records management.
• Work harmoniously with all levels of personnel, the business community, employees, officials, and the general public.
• Effectively present facts and materials before the Municipal Court to prove non-compliance issues.
• Ability to ascertain the proper owner of record for all properties, to ensure appropriate notification of compliance issues as it pertains to the Standards and Codes of the City of Clarksburg.
• Knowledge of the city policies, procedures, and general safety practices, legal liabilities, and responsibilities.
• Requires the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Physical Standards Required to

Perform Essential Job Duties:

The position performs work in which the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms or sustain keyboard operations. The employee is required to walk/climb stairs and operate a vehicle. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 15 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment varies as the position requires working in an office setting and in the field.

Qualified candidates:

submit a cover letter and resume to:

City of Clarksburg Attn:

Sherri Matheny 222 West Main Street, Clarksburg, WV 26301 Email to hr@cityofclarksburgwv.com Deadline to apply has been extended to May 21, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Clarksburg is an equal opportunity employer.

EOE/M/F/D/V.

Pay:

$39,499.20

• $53,435.

20 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Wellness program Application Question(s): Are you willing to acquire the necessary certifications required to become a Code Official with 24 months of being hired, if you do not already have these certifications?

Work Location:

In person