Building Inspector

Hampton County is seeking a Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer to perform field inspections, code‑enforcement inspections, property maintenance review, permit‑related site inspections, and related customer‑service duties. The position supports safe construction, consistent ordinance enforcement, and efficient development review. ICC certification and South Carolina Building Codes Council registration or eligibility are preferred.

• Perform building, residential, commercial, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire, property maintenance, and related inspections within certification authority.
• Review assigned permit applications and plans for completeness and route specialized reviews to the Building Official, plan reviewer, fire, floodplain, zoning, or engineering support as needed.
• Conduct field inspections and re‑inspections for permitted work.
• Document inspection results, corrections, violations, photographs, notices, and case status.
• Respond to code‑enforcement complaints involving unsafe structures, property maintenance, zoning, nuisance, junk or debris, unfit dwellings, and similar issues.
• Issue or recommend notices of violation, correction letters, stop‑work orders, and enforcement referrals.
• Coordinate with the County Attorney, Sheriff’s Office, Magistrate Court, Fire, Emergency Management, Public Works, and other departments as needed.
• Assist with mobile home inspections, sign permits, accessory structures, floodplain site checks, and zoning compliance.
• Support Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals cases by conducting site visits and collecting field information.
• Provide professional customer service to applicants, contractors, residents, and property owners.
• Maintain accurate case, permit, inspection, and enforcement records.
• Assist in preparing monthly reports on inspections, code cases, permits, and service levels.