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Code Enforcement Team Manager

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid

$82k–$104k/yr

Senior

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 09, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 09, 2026. Job Title: Code Enforcement Team Manager Department: Permits and Inspections External Hiring Rang…

Skills: Division Leadership, Code Enforcement, Budget Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Building

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Recreation Program Assistant

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$20/hr

Entry level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 07, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 07, 2026. Job Title: Recreation Program Assistant Department: Recreation Services External Hiring Range: $1…

Skills: Customer Service, Event Planning, Public Relations, Fee Collection, Event Registration

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Procurement Manager

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid

$82k–$104k/yr

Senior

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 09, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 09, 2026. Job Title: Procurement Manager Department: Finance External Hiring Range: $81,979.68 - $103,991.0…

Skills: Strategic Procurement, Contract Administration, Supplier Performance Management, Fiscal Stewardship, Government Procurement

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Justice Programs Division Manager

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$82k–$104k/yr

Senior

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 07, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 07, 2026. Job Title: Justice Programs Division Manager Department: Justice Services External Hiring Range: …

Skills: Strategic Leadership, Administrative Oversight, Budget Management, Data Analysis, Change Management

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Recreation Services Facility Assistant

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$17/hr–$20/hr

Entry level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 06, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 06, 2026. Job Title: Recreation Services Facility Assistant Department: Recreation Services External Hiring…

Skills: Customer Service, Facility Maintenance, Event Setup, Custodial Duties, Public Relations

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Income Maintenance Supervisor II

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid

$58k–$74k/yr

Mid level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 05, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 05, 2026. Job Title: Income Maintenance Supervisor II Department: Social Services - Income Maintenance Exte…

Skills: Administrative Supervision, Technical Supervision, Case Management, Medicaid Eligibility, Policy Interpretation

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Court Supported Services Program Manager

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$67k–$85k/yr

Senior

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 06, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 06, 2026. Job Title: Court Supported Services Program Manager Department: Justice Services External Hiring …

Skills: Program Management, Personnel Management, Strategic Planning, Budget Management, Stakeholder Collaboration

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Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid

$82k–$104k/yr

Senior

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 09, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 09, 2026. Job Title: Financial Planning and Analysis Manager Department: Finance External Hiring Range: $81…

Skills: Financial Planning, Debt Management, Capital Planning, Cash Flow Forecasting, Investment Portfolio Management

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Social Work Supervisor III- Family In Home Division

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid

$63k–$79k/yr

Mid level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 04, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 04, 2026. Job Title: Social Work Supervisor III- Family In Home Division Department: Social Services - Chil…

Skills: Casework Supervision, Personnel Management, Program Oversight, Child Welfare Laws, Counseling

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Veterans Service Officer I

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$25/hr–$31/hr

Mid level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 04, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 04, 2026. Job Title: Veterans Service Officer I Department: Health - Veterans Services External Hiring Rang…

Skills: Case Management, Customer Service, Veterans Law, Intake Interviewing, Administrative Support

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Income Maintenance Caseworker III

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid

$24/hr–$28/hr

Mid level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 02, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 02, 2026. Job Title: Income Maintenance Caseworker III Department: Health and Human Services External Hirin…

Skills: Medicaid Eligibility, Case Management, Policy Interpretation, Data Analysis, Interviewing

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Public Safety Communications Operations Commander

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$67k–$85k/yr

Senior

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 17, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 17, 2026. Job Title: Public Safety Communications Operations Commander Department: Public Safety Communicat…

Skills: Public Safety Communications, Personnel Management, Emergency Dispatch, Operational Oversight, Strategic Planning

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Social Worker III - Adult Protective Services

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid

$29/hr–$35/hr

Mid level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 01, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 01, 2026. Job Title: Social Worker III - Adult Protective Services Department: Social Services - Adult Serv…

Skills: Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Risk Assessment, Court Testimony, Person-Centered Practice

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Communications & Public Engagement Intern

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid

Entry level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 01, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 01, 2026. Job Title: Communications & Public Engagement Intern Department: Communications and Public Engage…

Skills: Social Media Management, Graphic Design, Video Production, Content Creation, Adobe Creative Suite

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General Services Director

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$115k–$189k/yr

Senior+

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 16, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 16, 2026. Job Title: General Services Director Department: General Services External Hiring Range: $114,980…

Skills: Facilities Management, Public Administration, Construction Management, Project Management, Budgeting

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Library Assistant - West Asheville Branch

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$18/hr–$22/hr

Entry level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on July 29, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on July 29, 2026. Job Title: Library Assistant - West Asheville Branch Department: Libraries External Hiring Range: $18…

Skills: Customer Service, Clerical Work, Data Entry, Cash Handling, Library Cataloging

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Social Work Assistant

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$22/hr–$27/hr

Entry level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on July 27, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on July 27, 2026. Job Title: Social Work Assistant Department: Social Services - Child Welfare External Hiring Range: $…

Skills: Social Work Principles, Family-Centered Practice, Risk Assessment, De-escalation Skills, Constructive Relationships

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Stewardship Coordinator

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid

$27/hr–$33/hr

Mid level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 01, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 01, 2026. Job Title: Stewardship Coordinator Department: Agriculture and Land Resources External Hiring Ran…

Skills: Conservation Easement Stewardship, GIS Applications, ArcGIS Pro, Land Survey Reading, Land Conservation Practices

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Public Safety Telecommunicator (PST)/ PST Trainee

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Entry level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 30, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 30, 2026. Job Title: Public Safety Telecommunicator (PST)/ PST Trainee Department: Public Safety Communicat…

Skills: Compassionate Communication, Stress Management, Active Listening, Emergency Dispatching, Decision Making

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Public Safety Communications Call Taker

Asheville, North Carolina, United States · On-site

$19/hr–$23/hr

Entry level

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on July 22, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on July 22, 2026. Job Title: Public Safety Communications Call Taker Department: Public Safety Communications External …

Skills: Emergency Call Handling, Critical Thinking, Active Listening, Crisis Management, Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD)

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Code Enforcement Team Manager

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Asheville, North Carolina, United States • Hybrid

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  • $82k–$104k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree, professional certificate
  • Posted 3d ago
  • Apply by Aug 10
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and daily management of the Code Enforcement Division to ensure accurate and consistent enforcement of local and state codes. Oversee division policies, manage budgets, and coordinate multi-departmental site inspections and special projects.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and five years of experience in building trades or inspections, including two years of supervisory experience. Must possess four Standard Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical from the North Carolina Code Qualification Board.

Full job description

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on August 09, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on August 09, 2026.Job Title: Code Enforcement Team ManagerDepartment: Permits and InspectionsExternal Hiring Range: $81,979.68 - $103,991.08Compensation Grade: 3009Posted Internally and ExternallyBuncombe County offers in-office, hybrid, and remote positions. Employees in positions that are approved for remote work must work at a location within a 2-hour drive from the position's assigned Buncombe County facility.

Buncombe County is hiring a Code Enforcement Division Manager position. This individual will report to the Permits and Inspections Director. The Permits and Inspections Department is a team of thirty employees.

The primary goal of the Permits and Inspections Department is to protect the life, safety and welfare of its residents by administering and enforcing the North Carolina State Building Codes as adopted by the NC Building Code Council.

This position requires the candidate to possess four Standard Certifications in Building, Plumbing, Electrical and Mechanical from the North Carolina Code Qualification Board. This position will work with a multi- departmental team to collaborate on enforcement issues of violations based on different state and local regulations. This is a unique team building opportunity for a candidate that has great team building skills. This position works closely with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish common goals.

Buncombe County Permits and Inspections provide services for all unincorporated areas of Buncombe County and, through contractual agreement, provides these services for the towns of Biltmore Forest, Weaverville, Montreat, and Woodfin.

This position is Hybrid.

Purpose of the position:

The purpose of this position is to provide division leadership and direction by developing and administering programs, activities, and systems that support and promote high-performance strategies and help the department meet its priorities, goals, and objectives.

Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire): Bachelor’s degree in public administration, construction management, criminal justice, or related field and five (5) years of experience in the building trades and / or inspections, including two (2) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: Possession of a Standard Certificates in four (4) trades from the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board; including 6 hours of continuing education in each trade per calendar year.

Physical Requirements: The work is primarily medium work requiring exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, feeling, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Essential Functions of the position:

  • Provide leadership and daily management of the Code Enforcement Division and oversight of a multidiscipline function for the enforcement of local and state code/ordinance enforcement.
  • Ensure inspection processes, code interpretations, and enforcement actions are accurate, consistent, and compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Oversee division policies, quality control, audit inspections, and continuous improvement of inspection standards and procedures.
  • Plan and manage the division budget in coordination with the Department Director; monitor resource utilization, and ensure projects and inspections remain on schedule.
  • Manage recurring meetings with stakeholders and organize multi-departmental site inspections.
  • Manage special projects such as the mobile home removal program, septic repair program, etc.
  • Handle customer complaints related to code enforcement issues, corrective actions, or stop‑work orders as necessary; respond to citizens on corrective actions with clear communication.
  • Act as liaison to other code enforcement agencies and the public at large to promote alignment and consistency in standards and enforcement.
  • Coordinate with the Department Director to ensure effective processes are developed and remain effective in a changing environment.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Leadership Responsibilities: Supervise a division, program, or process with accountability for operations and results, responsibility for employee development, assignment and flow of work, and appraisal. Work activities involve managerial decisions that directly affect the efficiency, costs, reputation and service quality of the division, program, or process. May assist with developing budgets and/or distributing budgeted funds.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Abilities:

  • Knowledge of the various codes to be enforced and the related regulations.
  • Knowledge of contemporary construction practices, methods, materials, and equipment and of those stages of construction when possible, defects and violations may be most easily observed and corrected.
  • Ability to detect structural and other faults and to appraise the quality of construction.
  • Ability to read and interpret Local, State and Federal laws and regulations.
  • Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in analyzing and resolving problems.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county officials, building owners, and the general public.
  • Ability to coordinate work assignments with other individuals.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone and electronically.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with other departments and the public.

During a State of Emergency, and at the discretion of the County Manager, county employees may be called in for service. This includes both essential and non-essential personnel.

Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective.

It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, natural hair or hairstyles, ethnicity, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, marital or familial status, pregnancy, veteran status, religious belief or non-belief, age, or disability or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. EEO practices and employment decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation shall not be based on any of these protected classes. In addition, the County expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination.

Related keywords

Code EnforcementNorth Carolina State Building CodesNC Building Code CouncilNC Code Officials Qualification BoardBuilding CertificationPlumbing CertificationElectrical CertificationMechanical CertificationPermits and InspectionsPublic AdministrationConstruction ManagementCriminal JusticeRegulatory ComplianceStop-Work OrdersSite InspectionsBudgeting

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1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Asheville, North Carolina
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This is the official LinkedIn profile for Buncombe County Government. For job openings, visit www.buncombenc.gov/careers. Please visit buncombecountync.gov for information on county departments, news, community resources, and department contact information. Nestled in between the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains lies a serene treasure that is Buncombe County. We have been here for more than 200 years and are named after Col. Edward Buncombe, a Revolutionary War hero. Over the years, we have transformed ourselves from a rural farming area to a burgeoning metropolis with cities frequently listed as "Top Ten"​ places to live. We are home to numerous parks, lakes, streams, and other outdoor attractions as well as neighborhoods and communities rich with culture. Buncombe County Government is Your Government! Local government is the closest government to the people. It is made up of neighbors who are here to help neighbors by bringing the highest quality of life to the community. Buncombe County has an average of 1,800 employees who serve as firemen, sheriff deputies, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, librarians, emergency medical workers, permits and inspections, landfill workers, agriculture extension agents, naturalists, lifeguards, planners, tax assessors and administrators all working to ensure the high quality of life we have all come to enjoy. Find out more by visiting buncombecounty.org

Offices: 200 College St, Asheville, North Carolina 28801, US

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About Buncombe County Government

LinkedInVisit site

"People to match our mountains."​ www.buncombecounty.org/jobs

Industry
Government Administration
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Asheville, North Carolina
LinkedIn followers
4,616

This is the official LinkedIn profile for Buncombe County Government. For job openings, visit www.buncombenc.gov/careers. Please visit buncombecountync.gov for information on county departments, news, community resources, and department contact information. Nestled in between the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains lies a serene treasure that is Buncombe County. We have been here for more than 200 years and are named after Col. Edward Buncombe, a Revolutionary War hero. Over the years, we have transformed ourselves from a rural farming area to a burgeoning metropolis with cities frequently listed as "Top Ten"​ places to live. We are home to numerous parks, lakes, streams, and other outdoor attractions as well as neighborhoods and communities rich with culture. Buncombe County Government is Your Government! Local government is the closest government to the people. It is made up of neighbors who are here to help neighbors by bringing the highest quality of life to the community. Buncombe County has an average of 1,800 employees who serve as firemen, sheriff deputies, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, librarians, emergency medical workers, permits and inspections, landfill workers, agriculture extension agents, naturalists, lifeguards, planners, tax assessors and administrators all working to ensure the high quality of life we have all come to enjoy. Find out more by visiting buncombecounty.org

Offices: 200 College St, Asheville, North Carolina 28801, US

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