Code Enforcement Jobs in Canton, OH (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $119,153.00 - $165,000.00 Annually
Location : 424 Market Ave N, Canton, OH
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: A14-26
Department: Code Enforcement
Opening Date: 06/09/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Wage Information
Salary Range: $119,153-$165,000 (+$10 - $20/hour in benefits)
Employment at the City of Canton comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, paid vacations, paid holidays, a retirement plan, and sick time.
Interested in this position? Please submit your application throughgovernmentjobs.com/careers/cantonohio by clicking the "Apply" button on the posting. Applicants MUST submit a copy of a valid driver's license or other photo ID along with their application and any other pertinent documentation.
To be eligible for the position, all applicants must be U.S. citizens or possess a valid permanent resident card.
Job Description
General Statement of Duties:
This is a responsible, professional, and managerial position. An employee in this classification directs the management and administration of the Safety Director's Department of Building Inspection / Code Enforcement, which includes supervision, policy development, procedures, personnel safety, purchasing, training, and hiring for the Building Inspection, Code Enforcement and Zoning areas of the Department. The individual is responsible for and handling confidential materials such as inspection records, demolition notices, and personnel files. The Chief Building Official is responsible for the administration and supervision of the Building Inspection / Code Enforcement Department which includes responsibility for enforcing all municipal and state building, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and energy conservation codes and regulations. The individual is responsible for direction of work and manner of accomplishment of the assigned departmental staff. The individual reports directly to the Director of Public Safety.
Minimum Qualifications:
The Ohio Building Code requires that any person responsible for the overall administration of a building department and enforcement of the Ohio Building Code shall hold an ICC certification recognized by the Ohio Board of Building Standards as a Chief Building Official. Per State of Ohio certification as Chief Building Official Class I requirements, eligible candidates must have one of the following:

• ten years of experience as a contractor or superintendent of building construction
• at least five years of experience in building design and construction as an Ohio registered architect or professional engineer
• at least five years of experience as a residential building official with a certified building department

Possession of Board of Building Standards certificates of competency in the building, electrical, HVAC and/or plumbing fields is desirable, but not required. Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license.
Unique Requirements/Physical Requirements:
Knowledge of state and local building codes, regulations, and procedures. Knowledge of building trades techniques and materials. Ability to prepare technical and administrative reports. Ability to analyze situations and develop workable solutions. Ability to present ideas effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, City employees, other agencies and the general public. Ability to supervise departmental staff, including specialists in the electrical, HVAC and plumbing fields.
Essential Requirements:
Performs supervisory, managerial, and administrative functions in the Safety Director's Department of Building Inspection / Code Enforcement as described above under General Statement of Duties.
Description of Work:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Supervises, trains, mentors, and evaluates departmental personnel.
• Recommends hiring, disciplinary actions, promotions, and personnel development initiatives.
• Establishes work priorities and assigns staff to ensure efficient departmental operations.
• Develops and administers the departmental budget and oversees expenditures.
• Administers and enforces all applicable Ohio Building Code requirements and municipal ordinances.
• Reviews complex permit applications, plans, specifications, and development proposals.
• Issues notices of violation, stop-work orders, condemnation notices, demolition orders, and other enforcement actions as necessary.
• Interprets applicable codes, regulations, and ordinances for staff, contractors, property owners, and the public.
• Coordinates activities with state agencies, county agencies, utility providers, contractors, architects, engineers, developers, and other governmental entities.
• Represents the department at meetings, hearings, and public forums.
• Assists in the preparation and presentation of legislation, code amendments, and policy recommendations.
• Provides professional assistance and technical guidance to residents, contractors, developers,
  business owners, and other stakeholders.
• Responds to inquiries, complaints, and requests for information.

Additional Information
*DISCLAIMER*
All applicants should receive an email from confirming that their application was received. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please contact Civil Service at to confirm that your application went through. Once Civil Service processes applications, you will be emailed again within 5 business days. Should you not receive an email, please call our office at 330-489-3360.
NOTICE OF DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENT
Be advised that candidates may be subjected to a drug test. Accordingly, eligibility is not considered final until drug testing has been successfully completed with a negative result.
NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Be advised that candidates may be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal record check and driving record check.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non-merit factor.
City of Canton permanent, full-time employees (working 30 hours per week or more) and their eligible dependents become eligible for comprehensive health benefits on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Health benefits include hospitalization, outpatient services, prescription coverage, dental and vision coverage, and group life insurance.
Time off benefits may include paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
Full-time employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. To learn more about the program and how to qualify, visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
All Safety Forces (Police and Fire) become members of the Ohio Police and Fire Pension (OP & F). All other employees become members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
For additional information regarding benefits, contact the Human Resources Department at 330.438.4136. Click to access the benefits flyers.
01
Are you a U. S. Citizen, or do you have a valid permanent resident card? (Must attach valid permanent resident card when completing application to qualify).

• Yes
• No

02
Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a valid Ohio driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04
Of the following, please select the years of training and experience most applicable to you. (You may select more than one if multiple apply.)

• ten years of experience as a contractor or superintendent of building construction
• at least five years of experience in building design and construction as an Ohio registered architect or professional engineer
• at least five years of experience as a residential building official with a certified building department
• None of the above

05
Do you possess an ICC certification recognized by the Ohio Board of Building Standards as a Chief Building Official?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you have knowledge of state and local building codes, regulations, and procedures?

• Yes
• No

07
Do you have knowledge of building trades techniques and materials?

• Yes
• No

08
While not required, do you possess Board of Building Standards certificates of competency in the building, electrical, HVAC and/or plumbing fields?

• Yes
• No

Required Question