Job Details

Salary : $55,744.00 - $71,344.00 Annually
Location : 206 S. Main Street (City Hall) - Greenville, SC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01454
Department: PARKS, RECREATION & TOURISM (PRT)
Division: PRT ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 01/26/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Brief Description

Job SummaryUnder general direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, performs routine on-site inspections of establishments (i.e., bars, clubs, restaurants, pubs, taverns, eateries, retail stores, etc.) to ensure compliance of issued Special Exception Permits and issued Encroachment Permits. Conducts certificate of occupancy inspections during hours of operation and ensures code compliance. Works with the Technical Advisory Committee and Board of Zoning Appeals on compliance issues with Central Business District (CBD) businesses. Builds relationships and rapport with CBD business owners and managers, emphasizing the development of a safe, healthy and active downtown. Enforces ordinances related to street performers, noise, unlawful use of power, loitering, etc. Documents and maintains inspections using an approved City database/information sharing system. Performs administrative tasks associated with inspections.
Job Duties

Essential Functions % of Time

• Conduct Field Inspections: Conduct routine on-site inspections of establishments (i.e., bars, clubs, restaurants, pubs, taverns, eateries, retail stores, etc.) to ensure compliance of issued Special Exception permits and issued Encroachment permits. Check all encroachment permits on a weekly basis for compliance. Review and approve new or renewing encroachment permits. Perform certificate of occupancy inspections during hours of operation and ensure compliance with building codes. Ensure businesses are in compliance with occupancy load to assure the safety of visitors. Work collaboratively with business representatives to explain compliance requirements, address concerns, and develop corrective action plans when violations are identified. Coordinate with enforcement officers from various departments when necessary to ensure timely resolution of safety or code-related issues. Conduct proactive patrols of the downtown district to inspect, record, and report streetlight outages, sidewalk obstructions, or right-of-way maintenance issues, and communicate findings to the correct City department or entity for corrective action. Identify ordinance violations, public safety hazards, and quality-of-life issues, including blocked sidewalks, unauthorized signage, illegal vending, and improper use of public space. Observe and report crowd management, queuing practices, and pedestrian flow during peak hours, and special events to ensure public safety and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility. Provide follow-up as needed to ensure reported issues are resolved.

60%

• Enforce Select CBD Ordinances: Enforce ordinances related to street performer management. Monitor performer and business noise levels and document in accordance with the City's noise ordinance. Check street performers for the appropriate permits, time duration, and location duration. Check compactor/dumpster enclosures for illegal dumping, address any unlawful use of power, loitering, etc. Identify, record, and submit documentation to the Planning & Development Department on temporary signage, temporary use installations, or window coverings and work with businesses for compliance. Remove illegal snipe signs in the CBD, notify abusers of illegal snipe sign use, and work with business owners to identify projects or areas that need certificate of appropriateness. Identify, tag, document and submit bags, suitcases or other personal belongings in public space for storage.

20%

• Perform Administrative Tasks: Document and maintain inspections using an approved City database/information sharing system. Communicate and coordinate with the Block by Block Ambassador team on downtown operational needs. Generate work orders and service requests via CityWorks for maintenance related issues. Perform administrative tasks associated with inspections by entering data into the Encroachment Inspection report for the Engineering Services Department and the Business License Division. Communicate with City personnel and business representatives as needed to ensure compliance with City ordinances. Report violations to the City's Technical Advisory Committee and Planning & Development Department regarding conditional use and special exception permits. Respond to complaints from citizens or businesses, and create service requests for public spaces, providing timely follow-up and resolution.

20%Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Over four (4) years of experience in life safety/building code enforcement or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Resident Fire Marshal for the State of South Carolina.

Driver's License Requirements

• Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License.

Performance RequirementsKnowledge of:

• Certificate of occupancy inspections.

• International Fire Codes and occupancy load.

• City ordinances related to street performers, noise ordinances, unlawful use of power, loitering, etc.

• Special Exception permit and issued Encroachment permits.

Ability to:

• Communicate basic information to the public in a respectful and knowledgeable manner.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the public.

• Utilize a variety of communication and interpersonal skills to interact successfully with people at a number of levels inside and/or outside the organization.

• Maintain excellent organization and attention to detail.

• Apply analytical judgment and decision-making.

• Make mathematical calculations and draw logical conclusions; work with fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurements.

• Write reports, prepare business letters, summarize meeting minutes, and compose emails in a clear and professional manner.

• Read legal documents, ordinances, journals, manuals, and policies.

• Drive a City vehicle.

• Utilize specialized software and equipment to include approved City database/information sharing system, golf cart, drills, ladder, spanner wrench, flash light, fire extinguisher, two-way radio, evidence containers, camera, tablet, decibel meter and light meter.

• Operate general office equipment to include scanner, printer, copier, telephone, and computer with Microsoft Office Suite.

Other Information

Working ConditionsPrimary Work Location: City establishments such as bars, clubs, restaurants, taverns, eateries, retail stores, etc.Protective Equipment Required: Hearing protection and safety glasses.Environmental/Health and Safety Factors:
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. Daily exposure to noise and vibration. Monthly exposure to respiratory hazards and physical hazards. Seasonal exposure to extreme temperature and wetness and/or humidity. Frequent exposure to mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and fire hazards.Physical Demands:
Constantly requires walking, vision, hearing, twisting, and talking. Frequently requires standing, fine dexterity, sitting, handling/grasping, foot controls, and balancing. Occasionally requires lifting, carrying, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, climbing, bending, and crouching and stooping. Light strength demands include exerting up to 10-20 pounds occasionally, exerting up to 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly AND/OR walking or standing to a significant degree.Mental Demands:
Frequently requires irregular schedule/overtime, working closely with others as part of a team, tedious or exacting work, and noisy/distracting environment. Occasionally requires time pressures, emergency situations, frequent change of tasks, and performing multiple tasks simultaneously.Americans with Disabilities Act ComplianceThe City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Prospective and current employees should contact Human Resources to request an ADA accommodation.DisclaimerThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit the needs of our employees and their families. View more details about these benefits here:

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City offers the following health insurance options to eligible employees:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic Term Life
• Employee Supplemental Life
• Spouse Term Life
• Child Term Life
• Short Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Care, etc.)

All health insurance coverage is effective the first of the month following the employee's hire date except for LTD which is effective the 91st day following date of hire.

LEAVE & HOLIDAY BENEFITS

• General Leave is earned/accrued biweekly by all regular, full-time and permanent part-time employees as a percentage of normal work hours.
• The City of Greenville observes 11 paid holidays.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS
The City is a member of the South Carolina State (SCRS) and Police Officers (PORS) defined benefit Retirement Systems.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

• Employee Recognition & Awards Program (ER&A)
• Employee Service Awards
• Longevity Bonus

OTHER BENEFITS & OPPORTUNITIES

• Worker's Compensation
• Deferred Compensation
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)