Code Compliance Officer - Bisbee

CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER - BISBEE

CLASSIFIED:
Position is subject to the provisions of the Merit System Rules pursuant to Arizona Law.

OPENS:
Tuesday, August 25, 2026

CLOSES:
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 5 p.m.

ANTICIPATED RATE OF PAY: $20.78 to $22.11 hourly plus a comprehensive benefits package to include membership in the Arizona State Retirement System.

PLEASE NOTE:
All positions at Cochise County require a pre-employment background screening.

Under general supervision, organizes, prioritizes, investigates, and tries to resolve a large volume of Development Services’ violation and complaints; may occasionally investigate or assist with other County nuisance complaints including debris and trash that is deposited in public roadways and private and public lands; performs related work as assigned. As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics.

This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Investigates and responds to complaints and suspected violations; conducts inspections of commercial and residential properties on a complaint basis, or as otherwise authorized, for compliance with State and County regulations; issues warnings and notices of violations for infractions of applicable regulations; explains regulations to property owners; maintains records of enforcement activities and inspections; prepares violation pre-hearing memorandums and complaints and presents them at hearings held by the County Hearing Officer;

prepares hazard abatement liens and presents them at hearings held by the Board of Supervisors as required; provides safety instruction; educates community groups, private enterprises, and public agencies; investigates or assists with other County nuisance matters as assigned including debris or trash on public or private property and coordinates necessary abatement activities; may perform lead or supervisory functions as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent; three (3) years experience in code compliance, zoning, land use, building, planning, property inspection, regulatory enforcement, or a related field. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License and the ability to be covered by county insurance.

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved may be considered.

• operational characteristics, services and activities of code compliance;
• pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations;
• investigation, inspection, and enforcement procedures;
• administrative enforcement procedures, due process, and case preparation;
• principles and practices of zoning;
• methods of researching property ownership, parcel information, permits, zoning, and land-use records;
• anti-littering laws, ordinances and regulations;
• utilizing computer systems and applications used for case management, property research, report preparation, photo documentation, and records management

• preparing clear, accurate, and detailed reports, case files, and documentation for administrative and legal proceedings;
• establishing working relationships with property owners in violation, complainants, neighborhood groups, elected officials and other staff;
• Investigating violations and developing practical solutions and alternatives in solving violations;
• maintaining accurate documentation on code violations;
• preparing detailed and accurate records for use in legal processes;
• organizing and following through with a process requiring precise deadlines and numerous steps;
• dealing tactfully and effectively with the public including in difficult, contentious, and potentially highly visible situations;
• using computer applications, electronic case-management systems, databases, and other technology required for assigned duties.

• establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, other agencies, and the public;
• read, interpret, and apply codes, ordinances, regulations, permits, plans, and other technical documents;
• work independently with appropriate judgment;
• maintain objectivity, consistency, and impartiality when applying County regulations.
• prioritize multiple cases, meet deadlines, and follow enforcement matters through resolution;
• read, write and speak English;
• effectively…