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Published: 20 March 2025

Application for:

• Concrete pads, driveways, and walkways
• Asphalt driveways, pads, and walkways
• Paver Stones patios and walkways

*Courtesy Application- NO FEE- for any Gravel, Crushed Concrete, Asphalt Millings additions to property.*

Additional Required Documents:

• Site Plan
  • Show location of where impervious surface will be placed
  • Show measurements of impervious surface and distance from property lines and other structures.

Application Submission:

• Electronically - Please email Application and all supporting documents to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• In-Person or Mail - You may drop off or mail your Application and Supporting Documents at:
• 133 US Hwy 158 W. Ste B.  Camden County NC 27921

Any questions, please feel free to contact our office at 252-338-1919 ext. 235

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Published: 11 February 2025

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Posted:  2/11/2025

Closes:  Open Until Filled

Salary:  $20.00 Per Hour

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General Definition of Work

Performs protective service work enforcing routine animal control ordinances. Work is circumscribed by State and County rules and regulations and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is reviewed through observation, analysis of reports, and frequent discussions.  Work is performed under the close supervision of the assigned departmental supervisor.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Essential Functions

Respond to and investigate complaints by citizens and attempt to resolve problems by negotiating satisfactory action or compliance.

Issues appropriate warning notices and citations to violators.

Impounds and quarantines abandoned, and stray dogs and other animals as required.

Educates the public on local animal laws and ordinances and responsible animal care.

Investigate reports of animal cruelty, and abuse and issue appropriate forms; file charges when appropriate; provide court testimony.

Respond to calls regarding stray, vicious, and/or diseased animals; respond to calls regarding animal bites; perform preliminary investigations and file dog bite reports.

Keeps appropriate records and files and prepares reports.

Helps control rabies; ensures owners have animals vaccinated; ensures animals have rabies tags; conducts investigations on suspected rabies.

Converses with animal owners; explains the animal control laws of Camden County and the State of North Carolina; picks domestic, wildlife, and livestock animals, and transports them to the animal shelter; and sets traps.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of the laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the control of dogs and the protection of livestock and fowl; general knowledge of the geography of the County; general knowledge of the care, control, and handling of animals; ability to recognize rabies symptoms and other animal diseases and thorough knowledge of the methods and procedures to be followed; ability to collect facts and prepare reports; ability to deal tactfully with the public; skill in the application of specialized animal capture techniques; ability to handle, lift and/or manage heavy animals; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to other accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.

Special Requirements

Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina.

Energetic and must have a love for animals.

Camden County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Published: 20 March 2025

Residential Permit Applications

 New Single Family Dwelling Permits:

• Application Information

 Impervious Surface Permit

• Application Information

 Utility Permit :Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, or Gas Stand Alone Work 

• Application Information

 Pool/Spa Building Permit 

• Application Information

 Demolition Permit Application

• Application Information

 Sign Permit 

• Application Information

  Solar Array Permit

• Application Information

 Use Multi-Purpose General Building Permits:

• Additions & Renovations
• Detached Garage, Storage Buildings, & Pole Barns
• Decks & Covered Porches
• Foundation & Crawlspace Repairs
• Bulkheads, Boat Docks/Piers, & Boat Lift/House 
• Generator

Commercial Applications

 Commercial Building Permit

• Application Information 
• Please contact our Planning & Zoning Department for more requirements on this permit type.
  • 252-338-1919 x 263

Additional Forms: If Applicable

• Gas Test Affidavit
  • LP/Natural Gas Contractor Affidavit (Notarize)
• Temporary Electrical Service (see documents below)
  
  • Temporary Electrical Service Form
    • Caution Poster (required to be posted)
• Worker's Compensation
  • Appendix D

Scheduling Inspections

• To request an Inspection, Call:252-338-1919 ext 235 or Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Inspections MUST be scheduled by 4:00 PM EST the day prior of Requested Date. 

Penalty for Failure to Obtain Necessary Permit:

**Per NC 2012 Administrative Code** A permit is REQUIRED for ANY change to the Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical systems. Installation of Moisture Control Systems into a Closed Crawlspace by definition includes at least 2 of these. Failure to obtain a building permit prior to commencement of work requiring a permit shall cause the Camden County Building Inspector to issue a Stop Work Order, and a fine of no less than $75 to be assessed, said fine to be paid either prior to or in conjunction with permit fee at time of application.

** Per NC General Statute §160D-1110(b) **No building permits shall be issued unless the plans and specifications are identified by the name and address of the author thereof, and, if the General Statutes of North Carolina require that plans for certain types of work be prepared only by a licensed architect or licensed engineer, no building permit shall be issued unless the plans and specifications bear the North Carolina seal of a licensed architect or of a licensed engineer.

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Published: 10 February 2025

PUBLIC WORKS MANAGER

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Posted:  2/10/2025

Closes:  2/28/2025

Starting Salary:  $73,769

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General Definition of Work

Performs difficult professional work planning, organizing, and directing the treatment and collection of wastewater, water, building & grounds, solid waste, and related utility operations, coordinating work with appropriate agencies, department directors, and County Manager, maintaining records and files and preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the general direction of the County Manager.  Departmental supervision is exercised over all personnel within the department.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the work of employees engaged in public works, maintenance, and repair.  Work includes facilities maintenance; solid waste management; stormwater management; wells, water distribution and wastewater collection systems, and wastewater treatment operation and maintenance.  Work involves providing technical guidance and support to management, elected officials, various boards and commissions, and County staff. Work involves long-range planning for infrastructure needs, regulatory compliance, and service excellence; preparation and administration of capital and operating budgets and oversight of capital improvement projects; addressing citizen issues and problems; and staff hiring and management. Work requires strong management knowledge and skills in budgeting, staff management, some engineering design knowledge, project management skills, and knowledge of personnel and supervisory principles, practices, and laws and regulations. The employee will be subjected to inside and outside environmental conditions. The employee may be exposed to noise, equipment, fumes, and other possible safety hazards when inspecting projects. Considerable tact and courtesy are required in frequent public contact.  Work is performed under the direction of the County Manager and is evaluated based on meeting budget goals, attainment of individual and departmental performance objectives, constant high quality of operations, project management effectiveness, compliance to established rules, regulations, and policies, positive employee morale, periodic conferences, written reports, and preventing and addressing complaints from residents and the public.

Illustrative Examples of Work/Essential Job Functions

• Plans, organizes, and directs all personnel functions and activities of the Public Works Department; conducts interviews for the Department and recommends salary levels for new employees.
• Monitors water and wastewater plants to ensure proper operation; identifies problems or inefficiencies, searches for causes and remedies.
• Confers with the County Manager and able to brief the Commissioners concerning annual work program development, long-range facilities projects, construction, and activities.
• Performs selection, promotion, training, coaching, and counseling of department personnel in consultation with the County Manager; performs disciplinary review with personnel.
• Advises the public on matters concerning service requests and complaints; investigates, recommends, or decides actions; represents the department at board meetings.
• Prepares, manages, and reviews departmental operating budget; oversees and approves expenditures; reviews invoices daily for purchases and reviews monthly statements from finance; consults with and/or keeps County Manager informed on major expenditures.
• Plans, organizes, supervises, and inspects the work of personnel and directs changes in regulations or operations regarding water, wastewater, solid waste, stormwater projects, and other infrastructure, safety, or related issues; establishes 24-hour operations as necessary.
• Plans, organizes, and supervises contracted work for the department; coordinates with engineers and contractors.
• Prepares, analyzes, and maintains reports and records.
• Recommends operational and ordinance changes to the County Manager.
• Presentation to the Board of Commissioners for monthly updates of the South Camden Water & Sewer District at nighttime Board of Commissioners meetings.

Additional Job Duties

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations, local ordinances and standards; Thorough knowledge of wastewater treatment and collection system management and sanitary engineering; thorough knowledge of public utility administration, planning, and design; ability to review and analyze plans and specifications for construction of wastewater and sewer facilities; ability to formulate and execute operational policies and procedures; ability to prepare technical reports; ability to direct the activities of a large staff; demonstrated skills in using effective leadership, management and supervisory skills including hiring, mentoring, training delegation, communication, motivation and performance coaching and evaluation.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, other public officials, associates, contractors, and the general public.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree with coursework in public works administration, or related field and extensive experience of an increasingly responsible nature in the public works or utility field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force. The work requires the ability to exert forceful, but not constant, physical effort to perform heavy work, possibly involving some combination of balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, mental acuity, visual acuity, walking and may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects, visual perception and discrimination. The ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, perceive and discriminate color, and perceive odors is required. Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using measuring devices, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to the risk of electrical shock; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Special Requirements

Possession of Wastewater Operator's Grade III, Grade I Collections, B-Well, A-Distribution, Spray Irrigation, Backflow & Cross-Connect Certifications issued by the State of North Carolina. Possession of or the ability to obtain Physical/Chemical Wastewater I,

Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina or Virginia.

Camden County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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