City of Charleston

Tourism Code Enforcement Officer

City of Charleston  •  $47k - $49k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Application Deadline: October 8, 2026 11:59 PM EST.

Annual Salary:

$46,897.50 - $49,237.50

Hourly:

$24.05 - $25.25

Department:

Community Promotions, Livability & Tourism

Division:

Tourism

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

This role will patrol touring related areas to identify code violations regarding property, horse drawn carriages, tour buses, tour coaches and walking tours.

Examples of Duties:

  • Issues citations and Livability ordinance summons for violations of the tourism ordinance.
  • Responds to citizen inquiries regarding the tourism industry.
  • Conducts inspections to ensure that tour vehicles are properly permitted.
  • Patrols residential and commercial areas on bicycle, as assigned, to identify tourism and code violations.
  • Inspects horse drawn carriages and carriage operators to ensure compliance with City tourism ordinances.
  • Responds to calls for tourism and code enforcement assistance from the Fire Department, Police Department, Building Official and other departments and agencies; receives and responds to public complaints regarding potential code violations.
  • Refers cases to the Livability court; issues summonses to code violators; provides court testimony as necessary.
  • Follows up on each case to verify corrections have been made to comply with codes.
  • Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.
  • Prepares and/or processes inspection reports, summonses, citations and various other records, reports, memos and correspondences.
  • Performs any other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Associate’s Degree (AA/AS) and 6 months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and training.
  • Valid state issued driver’s license.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software

Other Necessary Requirements:

  • May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
  • In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]

City of Charleston

About City of Charleston

The City of Charleston is a progressive and energetic city and our goal is to grant our residents with the best service a city can provide and our visitors with the best vacation or business trip that a city can provide.

Charleston is a special and unique city. The combination of our unequaled beauty, warm hospitality, and exceptional public spaces provide a wonderful backdrop for residents and visitors. Through careful conservation, creative and innovative financing, and meticulous planning, Charleston is a city that celebrates a rich history. Charleston was the first city in the country to enact a preservation ordinance. We have an active and ongoing interest in the protection and restoration of our buildings, which tell the story of our past.

Keeping an eye to the future, we have set goals that make the livability and quality of life in Charleston the best in the nation. We work diligently to keep our city the best place in the country to work, to live and to play.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Charleston, South Carolina
Year Founded
1670
Website
charleston-sc.gov
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