Code Enforcement Officer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial properties to identify and document municipal code, zoning, building, housing, and property maintenance violations.
• Investigate public complaints regarding substandard structures, nuisance conditions, abandoned vehicles, overgrown vegetation, and other code violations.
• Interpret and enforce local, state, and federal regulations related to zoning, building, housing, health, and safety compliance.
• Prepare and issue violation notices, citations, warning letters, and corrective action plans; monitored compliance through follow-up inspections.
• Coordinate inspections and enforcement activities with City departments, County agencies, contractors, and legal representatives.
• Respond to customer inquiries and resolved complex code enforcement issues through in-person, telephone, and written communication.
• Conduct investigations, gathered evidence, photographed violations, and prepared detailed reports and legal documentation for enforcement proceedings.
• Manage code enforcement case files, maintained inspection records, and tracked corrective actions to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Assist with property abatement processes, including lien documentation, court preparation, and coordination with City Attorney offices.
• Monitor vacant, foreclosed, and neglected properties to ensure ongoing maintenance and compliance with municipal requirements.
• Investigate abandoned and illegally parked vehicles, issued citations, and coordinated vehicle towing and removal activities.
• Develop and deliver educational outreach programs to inform property owners, contractors, and community members about code requirements and permitting processes.
• Provide guidance to property owners, architects, engineers, and contractors regarding inspections, permits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Conduct training sessions for staff on departmental procedures, resources, and code enforcement practices.
• Collaborate with neighborhood organizations and community groups to support beautification, improvement, and cleanup initiatives.
• Maintain professional relationships with residents, business owners, public agencies, and community stakeholders while delivering high-quality customer service.
• Respond to emergency situations requiring expedited code enforcement action and compliance inspections.
• Prepare recommendations for policy improvements and procedural updates related to inspection and enforcement activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned in support of departmental operations and community welfare objectives.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to de-escalate conflicts.
• Comfortable working in the field with frequent public contact.
• Proficient in report writing, recordkeeping, and use of mobile enforcement tools.
• Code Enforcement, Law Enforcement, or security officer or similar experience required.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate closely with colleagues on every assignment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

Public Agency Resources participates in E-Verify.