Code Compliance Officer I or II

Are you detail-oriented, fair-minded, and motivated by making places safer and better for everyone? As a Code Compliance Officer, you’ll be on the front lines of community well-being — protecting public safety, preserving neighborhood standards, and helping residents and businesses navigate regulations with confidence.

• Job Title: Code Compliance Officer I or II
• Category: Full-Time
• Final date to receive applications: July 6, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
• Annual Step for Performance Pay Adjustments
• 12 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 12 Vacation Days Minimum, Earned Per Year
• 12 Sick Days Earned Per Year
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefits
• 401(a) Retirement Plan and Social Security Coverage
• Education/Tuition Assistance Program; and Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program – to include Mental Health Assistance/Services

* Minimum Starting Rate of Pay, Pending Knowledge, Skills, Experience, and Certifications held

Performs complaint-based and proactive field inspections to ensure compliance with property maintenance, zoning, housing, sanitation, and quality-of-life ordinances. Accurately identifies code-related issues, clearly communicates requirements and corrective actions with owners and occupants, issues violation notices, and prepares and presents cases to the Special Magistrate when necessary.

Under the direction of the Safe Neighborhoods Director, interprets and applies the City’s Code of Ordinances. Conducts field inspections in response to citizen complaints and proactive activities to identify code-related issues. Communicates clearly, professionally, and courteously with property owners, occupants, and the public to explain ordinance requirements, compliance options, and corrective actions, with an emphasis on education and voluntary compliance. Coordinates with other City departments and external agencies to research issues, share information, and determine appropriate solutions.

Records and documents inspection results in a clear, accurate, and timely manner and prepares notices, affidavits, and related official documents to ensure proper citation, consistency, and procedural accuracy.

Conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrective action within established time frames and determine whether additional action is required. Conducts substandard housing inspections of residential property for compliance with the minimum property maintenance ordinance. Identifies and evaluates unsafe and uninhabitable structures and recommends properties for demolition when conditions meet established criteria. Prepares complete, well-organized case files and presents cases and testimony to the Special Magistrate as required.

Conducts damage assessments following natural disasters and assists with related documentation and reporting.

Operates a city vehicle to conduct inspections and uses various software systems to maintain accurate, detailed, and case-specific records of inspections, communications, and compliance activities.

Participates in community meetings and outreach activities to respond to neighborhood concerns and public inquiries. Attends training, seminars, and workshops to obtain certifications and remain current on applicable ordinances, laws, and procedures. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of essential job functions; the performance of other essential functions may be required.

• Ability to read, interpret, and clearly explain City ordinances, zoning codes, and land-use regulations.
• Ability to become familiar with City streets, neighborhoods, service areas, and inspection zones.
• Ability to perform field inspections, accurately identify code-related issues, recommend appropriate corrective actions and document findings in clear, concise, and well-organized reports.
• Ability to make effective presentations; understand and follow oral and written instructions; make independent decisions in accordance with departmental rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, private agencies, officials, and members of the general public.
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