Code Enforcement Officer - General employment applications may be obtained at the office of the Municipal Civil Service Commission,

4th floor, City Hall, Governmental Plaza, Binghamton, New York, 13901 or from the City WebSite at

binghamton-ny.gov. Application must be submitted by 4:45 P.M. on last date to file. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The Code Enforcement Officer (CEO) is responsible for

the administration and enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (NYSUFPBC), NY State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council-approved local fire or building code, and related local municipal laws, rules, and zoning ordinance. Under general supervision, the CEO provides for the coordination of all activities relevant to ensuring compliance with appropriate laws, codes, rules, and regulations. A CEO may supervise one or more persons working under the title of Code Inspector, Zoning Inspector, Building

Inspector, or associated clerical personnel. The incumbent CEO will perform related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Issues a Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Compliance for a building constructed or altered in compliance with the provisions of New York State Code and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, and zoning ordinances; Inspects buildings and structures in the process of construction, rehabilitation, reconstruction, or repair to assess and enforce compliance.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Personal

CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of modern practices, principles, materials, and tools used for building construction; thorough knowledge of the requirements of New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and local municipal related codes, laws, rules, and regulations; good knowledge of the principles of fire prevention; ability to read, interpret, and understand contract documents (plans, specifications, & technical submittals); ability to compose and prepare clear, concise correspondence and reports; ability to systematically

maintain complete and orderly forms or records in written or electronic format; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with permit applicants, contractors, design professionals, developers, property owners, public officials, and the general public; capacity for tact, courtesy, and de-escalating conflict.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a recognized college with a Bachelors Degree in a field such as, but not limited to engineering, construction technology, architecture, urban planning, human services, public administration, economic development, social science or related field; and one (1) year of experience as a Code Inspector;

Graduation from a recognized college with an Associates Degree in a field such as, but not limited to engineering, construction technology, architecture, urban planning, human services, public administration, economic development, social science or related field; and two
years of experience as a Code Inspector; or

Graduation from high school (diploma or GED) AND four (4) years of experience as a Code Inspector; or Equivalent combination of training and experience as a Code Inspector. Applicant may substitute five (5) years of verifiable, paid construction experience for each year of experience as a Code Inspector.

Mayor Jared M. Kraham

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