Code Compliance Inspector — Part-Time

City of Elmhurst; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

The City of Elmhurst is seeking a part-time Code Enforcement Officer to investigate and enforce property maintenance, municipal, zoning, and building codes. You will conduct site inspections, verify permits, and communicate code requirements to property owners, resolving issues whenever possible.

The role emphasizes documenting inspections, maintaining records, and providing testimony in court or adjudication hearings as needed; you will stay current on codes and participate as a team to serve

Qualifications

• Two years of college-level coursework in construction technology or completion of a recognized apprenticeship; AND two years of experience as a Code Enforcement Officer OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Investigates property maintenance, municipal and zoning code violations.
• Performs site inspections for new construction and remodeling for adherence to the Code of Conduct and other site conditions; ensures permits and code compliance.
• Communicates with property owners and others regarding code requirements and City policies; resolves complaints where possible.
• Performs onsite inspections to identify violations and take appropriate action.
• Documents inspections and maintains records; prepares reports and issues notices to correct violations.
• Collects and maintains evidence for non-compliant cases for use in court; testifies in court and adjudication hearings as required.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of Property Maintenance Code, Municipal Code, Zoning Ordinance; updates knowledge through training.
• Contributes to customer service efficiency by offering suggestions and teamwork.

Skills

Code enforcement

Site inspections

Record keeping

Report writing

Communication

Public interaction

Time management

Team collaboration

Geography of the City

Education

Two years college-level construction tech

Recognized trade apprenticeship

Tools

Office software

Job description

The City of Elmhurst is seeking a part-time Code Enforcement Officer to investigate and enforce property maintenance, municipal, zoning, and building codes. You will conduct site inspections, verify permits, and communicate code requirements to property owners, resolving issues whenever possible.

The role emphasizes documenting inspections, maintaining records, and providing testimony in court or adjudication hearings as needed; you will stay current on codes and participate as a team to serve