Code Enforcement and Animal Control Officer

Performs intermediate, skilled technical and field enforcement work for the Town of Newport. Work includes investigating complaints, inspecting properties, enforcing compliance, handling animal-related incidents, maintaining records, preparing reports, issuing notices of violation, issuing civil citations for ordinance violations, and assisting the general public. Work is performed in accorgance with the Unified Development Ordinance, Animal Control Ordinance, and other Town regulations.

An employee in this class is responsible for code enforcement, zoning compliance, and animal control duties. Duties include enforcing residential, commercial, and industrial zoning regulations, as well as responding to animal-related complaints. The employee operates as a non-sworn civilian official within the Planning and Inspections Department. The employee must work closely with the Newport Police Department and Carteret County Animal Control when situations arise that require law enforcement involvement or public health coordination. This position requires independent judgment in field investigations, public interaction, and enforcement actions. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Planning and Inspections Director.

· Acts as the Code Enforcement Officer when enforcing the Town of Newport’s Unified Development Ordinance and other town ordinances.

· Receives and investigates complaints for all code violations.

· Creates and maintains case files and enforces ordinances to bring the property owner into compliance.

· Issues notices of violation when appropriate.

· Appears in court as required.

· Provides technical assistance to the general public, property owners, builders, developers, and contractors, by telephone and in person.

· Explains and advises the public on regulations of the Town’s Unified Development Ordinance and other Town ordinances.

· Receives telephone calls and meets with citizens in person to answer questions.

· Assists in preparing maps, reports, and packets for various Boards as required.

· Answers questions from the public in person or on the phone regarding Town ordinances.

· Schedules inspections and maintains detailed inspection records for code enforcement.

· Investigates complaints involving animals running at large, nuisance animals, dangerous animals, or other violations of the Town of Newport Animal Control Ordinance.

· Enforces provisions of the Town of Newport Animal Control Ordinance including animal confinement requirements, nuisance animal regulations, dangerous animal provisions, and other applicable municipal regulations.

· Captures and safely restrains stray, abandoned, injured, or aggressive animals using humane methods and appropriate animal control equipment.

· Impounds animals when authorized by the Town of Newport Animal Control Ordinance.

· Transports animals to the designated shelter or contracted animal care facility.

· Interviews complainants, witnesses, and animal owners.

· Documents incidents through reports, photographs, and other evidence.

· Conducts investigations related to potentially dangerous or dangerous animals as defined in the Town of Newport Animal Control Ordinance.

· Issues civil code enforcement violations and prepares documentation necessary to seek misdemeanor criminal process when appropriate.

· Coordinates with sworn officers of the Newport Police Department when situations require law enforcement authority or public safety support.

· Responds to animal-related calls when requested by police personnel and assists officers during incidents involving aggressive animals or traffic hazards.

· Refers animal bite reports and rabies exposure cases to Carteret County Animal Control in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 130A.

· Educates residents regarding responsible pet ownership and compliance with Town ordinances.

· Works with residents to voluntarily resolve animal-related nuisances and ordinance violations when appropriate.

· Performs other job-related duties required by the Planning and Inspections Director.

· Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of zoning.

· Knowledge of the technical requirements of the Town’s Unified Development Ordinance and regulations pertaining to zoning, land use planning, and development.

· Ability to enforce Town ordinances with tact and firmness.

· Skill in the use of computers for compiling reports, developing presentation material, and storing and retrieving data.

· Knowledge of basic governmental and administrative frameworks involved in effective planning and zoning administration.

· Knowledge of the Town of Newport Animal Control Ordinance and applicable North Carolina laws relating to animals and animal cruelty.

· Knowledge of safe and humane animal handling techniques and capture methods.

· Ability to handle domestic animals safely and humanely.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, law enforcement personnel, and the public.

· Combination of office and field work.

· Exposure to outdoor conditions.

· Must be able to physically perform the basic life functions of stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing and repetitive hand and arm motions.

· Must be able to exert moderate physical effort including lifting or moving animals or equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.

· May be required to work in inclement weather during emergency situations.

· Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Experience in code enforcement, animal control, or local government preferred.

· Candidates for employment must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

· Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

· Possession of N.C. Zoning Official Certification within 12 months of hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $48,900.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Physical Setting:

• Construction site
• Office
• Outdoor work

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Newport, NC 28570 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Newport, NC 28570: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person