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Code Enforcement Officer
Description of Duties
This position, located in the Department of Environmental Services, is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code with respect to buildings, premises, and equipment in the custody of Monroe County. Responsibilities include the administration and enforcement of codes related to building and demolition, permits, and certificates of occupancy. The employee represents the Department and the County on issues of planning, design coordination, and historic preservation at State Board of Review. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Building Maintenance or other higher level staff member. General supervision is exercised over a technical and clerical staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus EITHER:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Master's degree in Planning, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Technology, or a closely related field plus one (1) year paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* experience in commercial or institutional building construction design or management; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Planning, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Technology, or a closely related field plus three (3) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* experience as defined in (A) above; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree in Planning, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Technology or a closely related field plus five (5) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* experience as defined in (A) above; OR,
- Seven (7) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* experience as defined in (A) above; OR,
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), (C), and (D) above.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
