09/04/2026
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for administering and enforcing the NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code or a local fire and/or building code if approved by the State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council. Under general supervision, provides for the coordination of all activities relevant to ensuring compliance with the appropriate laws, codes, rules and regulations. A Code Enforcement Officer may supervise a small number of Building Inspectors, Zoning Compliance personnel and/or clerical personnel. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)
· Administers and enforces all provisions of NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, and other codes, laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the construction or alteration of buildings and structures;
· Prepares rules and regulations, application forms, building permits and certificates of occupancy for the approval of the local governing body, to be used for the administration on enforcement of the various codes, laws, etc.;
· Supervises, coordinates and participates in the inspection of various stages of construction, and upon completion of construction of buildings and structures;
· Issues, denies, or revokes building permits and certificates of occupancy as required;
· Issues written notices to correct unsafe, illegal or dangerous conditions in existing structures;
· Inspects, as necessary, buildings and structures for compliance with the fire prevention provisions of the State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code;
· Issues a certificate of occupancy for a building constructed or altered in compliance with the provisions of the Uniform Code;
· Maintains accurate records on all transactions and activities including all applications received, permits and certificates issued, fees charged and collected, inspections reports and notices and orders issued;
· Prepares a variety of reports relevant to Code Enforcement activities for the municipal government.
· Performs fire safety and property maintenance inspections on existing buildings;
· Investigates violations and complaints dealing with building codes, housing standards, zoning ordinance, and fire prevention codes;
· Prepares required forms, notices, reports and correspondence
· Assists in planning in connection with the enforcement of a specific code or standard assigned to his/her jurisdiction;
· Reports violations and works with other departments on matters of mutual interest;
· Assists property owners in the preparation of appeals for review by the aforesaid boards or commissions;
· Performs a variety of clerical duties in relation to Building, Zoning and Code Enforcement.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of modern practices, principles,
materials, and tools used in building construction; good knowledge of building trades; good knowledge of the State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the local Zoning Code; good knowledge of the principles of fire prevention; ability to write clear and concise reports and to maintain records in an orderly manner; ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with other public officials, building contractors and the general public; ability to read and interpret
plans and specifications; ability to be firm but courteous; honesty; integrity; thoroughness; tact; good judgment; good physical condition commensurate with the demands of the job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either:
A. Possession of an associate degree with specialization in civil engineering, construction technology or a related field and two years of full time paid experience in building construction work, one year of full time paid experience in building construction work, one year of which involved inspection and/or code enforcement activities; or
B. Satisfactory completion of 60 semester hours at an approved four year college or university in a program leading to a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction technology, or a related field and two years of full time paid experience in building construction work, one year of which involved inspection and/or code enforcement activities; or
C. Four years of full time satisfactory experience in building construction work or in a building trade such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical or related trades, one year of which involved inspection and/or code enforcement activities; or
D. Successful Completion of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Code Enforcement Officer Training Program consisting of the following courses: 9A – 9F.
NOTE: Experience as a qualified building inspector can be substituted for an equivalent amount of the above required experience.
Note: Candidates for appointment in this class will be required to complete any mandated training as established by the Department of State. Also, must possess and maintain a current NYS driver’s license through the duration of appointment.
SPECIAL NOTE: EDUCATION: Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee.
Competitive Class: Provisional Hire and Civil Service test will be required at next offering if hired full time.
Applications can be picked up at the Village of Newark, 100 East Miller St – 3rd floor, Newark, NY or found at https://www.villageofnewarkny.gov/.../Civil%20Service...
A civil service application must be filled out. A resume alone will not be sufficient. Turn in applications to Lynette Morrison clerk/treasurer or email to: [email protected] by September 8th. Salary Range: Commensurate with experience.
