Within one year of employment, may be required to complete the FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) courses required to work in the Emergency Operations Center when activated.
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Duties and Responsibilities
The work includes but is not limited to: responding to citizens’ complaints regarding potential violations of the County’s Solid Waste Ordinance (i.e., illegal dumping and accumulation of solid waste) and the County’s Zoning and Land Development Regulations Ordinance (i.e., short-term rentals, signage, construction, tree removal, and land use); explaining the steps to bring properties into compliance and ensuring that violations are rectified; researching property ownership records, current permits, previous violations and applicable codes; coordinating code enforcement actions with other county departments, the Sheriff’s Office, local and State government agencies when necessary; and representing the County in cases that go to court. This position is responsible for coordinating with the County Legal Department staff to prepare for court hearings and providing evidence and/or testimony in Court as requested. This position also works in the County’s Emergency Operations Center when activated and performs other related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education - High school diploma/GED required; degree in public administration, planning, political science, law enforcement, environmental studies, or a similar field is preferred.
Minimum Qualification - A minimum of 3 years or more of experience in Law Enforcement, Code Enforcement, Building Inspections, Environmental/Health Inspections, Zoning Administration, or Military Service is required. Current, valid, South Carolina Driver License required.
Required
Experience in planning/zoning, code enforcement, or a related field is required. Graduation from High School or possession of a GED and the following are required:
Valid South Carolina driver’s license showing a clean DMV record;
A favorable background investigation which includes:
Criminal history check
Employment history
Driving history
Medical/Physical examination, including drug testing.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Optional Life and Disability Insurance
Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Annual and Sick Leave
Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
Optional Deferred Compensation Program
Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Well-being Program
For more information, visit our benefits page.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Government Administration
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