Code Compliance Specialist - Field Enforcer

City of Thornton; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Thornton is seeking a Code Compliance Officer to enforce city codes related to signs, noise, weeds, junk, parking, graffiti, and nuisances. The role involves field inspections, documenting violations, issuing notices, and coordinating abatements.

The position requires high school diploma or GED with several years of customer service or inspections experience; bilingual abilities are a plus, and duties may include testimony and interdepartmental coordination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED;three years of customer service experience, preferably in inspections or enforcement.
• Experience in graffiti removal, power washing and the safe use of chemicals preferred.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify violations of the City Code during inspections.
• Issue notices of violation and orders to correct.
• Prepare and maintain reports and photographs; coordinate abatement actions.
• Testify in court and administrative hearings as needed.
• Liaise with Thornton Police Department and other City departments.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicle and equipment.
• Interact with residents and respond to inquiries about code compliance.

Skills

Independent work

Report writing

Communication

Public interaction

Time management

Safety awareness

Enforcement knowledge

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Customer service experience

Tools

Word processing

Database management

Spreadsheet applications

Email communications

Job description

City of Thornton is seeking a Code Compliance Officer to enforce city codes related to signs, noise, weeds, junk, parking, graffiti, and nuisances. The role involves field inspections, documenting violations, issuing notices, and coordinating abatements.

The position requires high school diploma or GED with several years of customer service or inspections experience; bilingual abilities are a plus, and duties may include testimony and interdepartmental coordination.