Code Compliance Inspector

City of Renton; Renton (WA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

PERS retirement benefits

Telework up to 2 days per week

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

The City of Renton is seeking a Code Compliance Inspector in the Community & Economic Development Division. You will enforce the Renton Municipal Code, address nuisances and property violations, and coordinate with multiple departments.

A balance of fieldwork and office case management is required. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 2 years of code enforcement experience (or 6 years of equivalent education/experience), and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of code enforcement experience.
• Or minimum 6 years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid Drivers’ License.
• Successful passing of a required driving record check.
• Successful passing of a required background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to assure safety and welfare of residents and enforce code compliance.
• Research planning files and review comments to determine approvals or required actions.
• Investigate complaints about hazards, nuisance abatement, safety, noise and land use violations.
• Gather and preserve evidence for legal proceedings and communicate with violators.
• Provide technical information to the public and interpret municipal codes.
• Review site and building plans for regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with City, State and County agencies and contractors on cases.
• File complaints for code violations in court and maintain records.

Skills

Code enforcement experience

Public communication

Report writing

Enforcement procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning or related field

Job description

The City of Renton is recruiting for aCode Compliance Inspector within the Community & Economic Development (CED) Division. This position is responsible for enforcing provisions of the Renton Municipal Code and resolving violations related to nuisance properties, building and zoning standards, vegetation, temporary structures, and public safety concerns. Inspectors conduct field investigations, document violations and communicate required corrective actions with professionalism and clarity. The role requires a balance of fieldwork and office-based case management, including report writing, documentation and coordination with partner departments. This is a fast-paced, community-facing position that supports Renton’s commitment to safety, livability and consistent code enforcement.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of code enforcement experience.
• Or minimum 6 years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid Drivers’ License.
• Successful passing of a required driving record check.
• Successful passing of a required background check.

Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefitspackage, including:

• Deferred compensation with the City contributing 3% of the employee's salary.
• VEBA Plan with the City contributing 1% of the employee's salary.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates
• Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year
• State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment

Telework Program

The City of Renton supports workers performing in a hybrid capacity (partial telework/in-office) where job responsibilities can be performed remotely. This position may be eligible for a telework arrangement, up to 2 days remote, based on the operational needs of the City and specific Department. Regardless of job title or telework arrangement, City of Renton employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform inspections to assure safety and welfare of residents, protect public infrastructure and maintain property values; verify compliance with approved plans; initiate enforcement proceedings for non-compliance.
• Research planning files for specific projects and review comments from the Hearing Examiner and Zoning Administrator; provide or deny approval to begin construction based on compliance with required action by the owner, building or contractor.
• Investigate complaints regarding potential code violations related to hazards, nuisance abatement, safety, noise and land use violations.
• Research applicable code sections, contact violators in person and initiate compliance procedures; gather and preserve evidence asrequiredfor legal proceedings.
• Provide technical information andassistancein person, in writing or on the telephone to the public; explain and interpret municipal codes.
• Review site and building plans for compliance with regulations.
• Communicate with a variety of City departments, State and County agencies, contractors and others concerning case preparation, file research, business licensing and code compliance.
• File complaints for Code violation in court of jurisdiction.
• Prepare and maintain records, reports and statistics related to violations.
• Testify in court.

To review a complete job description: Class Specifications | Code Compliance Inspector | Class Spec Details

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
• Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate with City employees and residents.
• Lift or move items weighing up to 30 pounds on occasion.
• Lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces, using proper lifting and rigging techniques.
• Climb and work from ladders, climb stairs.
• Bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in an office environment and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to high voltage wires, hazardous materials, heights and noise from equipment.
• Work evening and/or weekend hours as needed.
• Noise level out in the field is moderately loud and noise level in the office is moderately quiet.

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Accommodation

Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing or interview process may contact [e-mail] at least 2 days prior to the need.

Communication from the City of Renton

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