Code Enforcement Officer - Brunswick

ABOUT THE ROLE The Code Enforcement Officer performs technical and enforcement work, conducting electrical, building, plumbing, housing, safety, fire prevention, and zoning inspections for the Town of Brunswick. This role serves as the authorized Building, Plumbing, and Electrical Inspector, Shoreland Zoning Officer, and Land Use Regulator. The officer enforces municipal and state codes while providing office support for permits, records, and public inquiries. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Enforce and interpret municipal ordinances, state and federal codes, zoning, and land use regulations. - Review plans and specifications for commercial and private construction to ensure compliance with building codes, fire protection, and accessibility standards. - Approve, reject, or recommend amendments to construction plans. - Issue building, electrical, plumbing, sign, and change of use permits. - Inspect structures under construction, repair, or renovation to ensure plans and safety requirements are met. - Investigate complaints regarding zoning, code violations, and septic or plumbing issues. - Serve as staff to the Zoning Board of Appeals and represent the department before various town boards. - Maintain administrative records of inspections, permits, and enforcement actions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Considerable experience in the construction industry, including electrical, plumbing, heating, and oil burners. - High school diploma, trade school graduation, or equivalent, preferably supplemented by construction trades courses. - Knowledge of standard testing devices, municipal ordinances, NFPA 1 Uniform Fire Code, and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. - Ability to analyze and interpret complex construction plans, specifications, and codes. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public firmly and courteously. - Valid State of Maine driver's license in good standing. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Must possess or obtain within one year of employment state certifications in the following areas: 1. Legal Issues 2. Internal Plumbing 3. Land Use Regulation 4. Subsurface Wastewater 5. Shoreland Zoning 6. Commercial Building Code 7. Residential Building Code 8. Residential Energy Code 9. Commercial Energy Code 10. Residential Ventilation Standard 11. Commercial Ventilation Standard 12. Radon Standard - Maintain all re-certifications when due. - Ability to perform moderate physical exertion, including standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds. SELECTION PROCESS Not specified in the provided description. HOW TO APPLY Not specified in the provided description. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Department: Planning & Development Department - Supervisor: Planning & Development Director - FLSA Status: Exempt - Union Status: N/A - Job Titles Supervised: None - Working Conditions: Mix of office and field work; requires standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds. - Equal Opportunity: The Town of Brunswick considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, physical or mental handicaps, marital or veteran status.