Enforcement Specialist

Responds to complaints of alleged violations of Spokane Municipal Code, performs on-site inspections of the exterior conditions of properties or rights of way, and communicates with responsible parties to achieve compliance.

• Performs on-site inspections of the exterior conditions of properties or the public right-of-way to determine whether a violation of Spokane Municipal Code is occurring. Operates an automobile to travel to and from inspection locations.
• Advises property owners or occupants of observed violations and corrective actions required. Researches information such as legal owners of property, property and right-of-way boundaries, and zoning designations or variances.
• Performs follow-up inspections to verify that violations have been corrected, issuing further notices or civil infractions to bring violations into compliance.
• Pursues civil remedies as required by the nature of the violation. Refers cases to other departments or organizations through verbal or written communications.
• Maintains records of inspections, affidavits, and compliances for complaints or inquiries received. Gives depositions to attorneys and testifies in administrative hearings and in court.
• Receives complaints and inquiries by telephone, mail, digital correspondence, service request management software, or by personal contact.
• Operates standard office equipment, personal computer or mobile device, and standard or specialized software applications.
• Performs related work as required.

• Experience:
  
  Two years of work experience with primary duties dealing directly with the public.
• Substitution:
  Completion of two years of college (90 quarter credit hours or 60 semester credit hours) in a field related to planning, engineering, architecture, public relations, or law enforcement may substitute for the experience requirement.
• Licenses:
  Applicants must possess a valid driver's license, to be maintained throughout employment.

Applicants must first meet the minimum qualifications to be invited to take the examination. Those who pass the examination will then go on the hiring list.

The examination will consist of multiple-choice questions. Possible subjects covered in the examination:

• Regulations & Enforcement
• Vocabulary & Terminology
• Report Writing
• Human/Public Relations
• Reading Comprehension

This is an online examination that will require a computer. If you do not have access to a computer, please notify Civil Service so that one may be provided. Computer reservations can also be made through your local public library.

Examination instructions and links will be emailed to qualified applicants on July 8th, 2026. The testing window is July 9th - July 13th, 2026.

Please note:

The email will come from City of Spokane ().

Upon request, at time of application, City of Spokane will provide alternative accessible tests to individuals with disabilities that impair manual, sensory, or speaking skills needed to take the test, unless the test is intended to measure those skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status, or disability status. As a Fair Chance Employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.