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Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in the heart of eastern North Carolina. We are about an hour from the Research Triangle and the buzz of the Raleigh area, and you can also quickly reach the North Carolina beaches.
The City of Wilson is known for innovation and outstanding service. We have top-rated, nationally accredited police, fire and recreation departments. Our parks and sports facilities are among the best in the nation, and our Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park is a unique and beautiful attraction that hosts concerts, farmers markets and the N.C. Whirligig Festival among other events. Our downtown ballpark proudly serves as the home of the Milwaukee Brewers minor league affiliate. The team celebrated its inaugural Opening Night on April 14, 2026, marking an exciting new chapter for our community and downtown district.
Wilson has the strongest manufacturing base in our part of the state, including tire manufacturing, pharmaceutical and other industries. The Greenlight citywide broadband services help technology-based companies flourish.
In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that brings additional value to your total compensation.
The hiring range for this position is $45,116.68 (minimum salary) to $62,132.53 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications.
The Zoning Enforcement Official position is responsible for the enforcement of the City’s Unified Development Ordinance governing development and use of all property in Wilson. This position performs technical inspection duties to enforce local, state, and federal codes, and ordinances. Successful performance ensures compliance with zoning codes and ordinances.
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts objects not to exceed 50 pounds. The work is typically performed in an office and at inspection sites. Work may be performed outdoors and occasionally in hot, cold, or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, noise, machinery with moving parts, and irritating chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.
