Performs specialized field and administrative duties to ensure compliance of construction and development projects with the Town’s zoning and land development standards and regulations, including tree protection. Investigates clearing, grading, tree removal and buffer violations; issues citations where such violations exist; and follows up on violations until the situation is appropriately remedied. Conducts on-site inspections on construction projects to ensure code compliance.

Serves as a member of the Flood Investigation Team, which assists in evaluation and proposal of solutions to new and frequently occurring flood calls and complaints. Manages vision corridor requests within the Town’s critical line buffers. Performs field inspections related to the tree protection ordinance to include verification of tree mitigation requirements on construction sites and individual properties. Assists citizens with complaints or requests for information involving zoning, construction or inspection issues.

Prepares detailed and accurate project reports, routine department reports, and special reports, as required. Observes conditions and issues notices of correction and related violations. Conducts visual surveys of the Town in order to identify any unauthorized construction, renovation or repair activity. Performs field damage assessment inspections in response to natural disasters as part of the Town’s response team.