WARREN COUNTY
FIRE PREVENTION & BUILDING CODE ENFORCEMENT DEPT.
NOTICE OF ANTICIPATED VACANCY
FIRE PREVENTION AND BUILDING CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Warren County is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Fire Prevention and Building Code Enforcement Officer. The Officer is responsible for enforcing the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. Under general supervision, provides for the coordination of all activities relevant to ensuring compliance with appropriate laws, codes, rules and regulations. Does related work as required.
SALARY: $61,641 (2026 Base Salary)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and:
- Associate’s degree in civil engineering, construction technology, fire science or a related field and two (2) years of full-time paid experience in general building construction, building inspection, building code enforcement activities, a skilled building trade (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.) or related field, or
- Two (2) years of full-time paid experience as a New York State Certified Code Enforcement Officer and two (2) years of full-time paid experience in general building construction, building inspection, building code enforcement activities, a skilled building trade (carpentry, plumbing electrical, HVAC, etc.) or related field, or
- Four (4) years of full-time paid experience in general building construction, building inspection, building code enforcement activities, a skilled building trade (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.) or related field;
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Candidates for appointment in this class must have a valid New York State Driver’s license; and
- Will be required to complete any mandated training as established by the New York Department of State.
This title has been approved under the NY HELPS Program for Warren County. The written exam component has been temporarily waived and will not be required to gain permanent appointment.
Interested candidates may submit a cover letter, resume and county application to:
Charles Wallace, Administrator
Fire Prevention & Building Code Enforcement Department
Warren County Municipal Center
1340 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845
Email: wallacec@warrencountyny.gov
Applications may be obtained from www.warrencountyny.gov/jobs
Warren County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
