Code Compliance Officer: Field Inspections & Impact

City-of-Lancaster-1; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lancaster seeks a professional Code Compliance Officer to inspect residential, commercial, and industrial properties, investigate violations, document activity, and communicate City regulations clearly to residents and property owners.

The ideal candidate balances customer service with enforcement, can testify in court when required, maintains accurate records, and works independently in the field, with after-hours inspections for emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret governmental regulations and technical procedures.
• Prepare reports, notices, and related written documentation.
• Communicate professionally with residents, customers, and property owners.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records and manage multiple inspections.

Responsibilities

• Performs code compliance inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Drives to inspection locations as assigned by the supervisor.
• Inspects properties for nuisances and potential code violations.
• Investigates citizen complaints regarding possible code violations.
• Prepares notices, correspondence, contracts, and citations.
• Maintains accurate records and reports of inspections and enforcement activity.
• Testifies in court regarding code compliance violations when required.
• Maintains City vehicle and responds to after-hours inspections as needed.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Inspecting & enforcement

Report writing

Customer communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lancaster seeks a professional Code Compliance Officer to inspect residential, commercial, and industrial properties, investigate violations, document activity, and communicate City regulations clearly to residents and property owners.

The ideal candidate balances customer service with enforcement, can testify in court when required, maintains accurate records, and works independently in the field, with after-hours inspections for emergencies as needed.