Code Enforcement Officer

Chesterfield Police; Chesterfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charter Township of Chesterfield Building & Code Enforcement Department is hiring a Code Enforcement Officer. The role enforces Township and State codes, inspecting buildings and home construction sites, issuing citations, and informing homeowners and developers about regulations to preserve neighborhood quality.

Required qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, valid Michigan driver's license, and public-sector code enforcement experience or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior law enforcement training or equivalent experience.
• Experience in public sector building/planning or code enforcement.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and insured vehicle for travel.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor buildings and home construction sites.
• Issue citations and letters to homeowners or developers.
• Provide information on Township regulations to homeowners and developers.
• Preserve the quality of business and neighborhoods.
• Perform other duties as assigned; work weekdays with occasional Saturdays.

Skills

Code enforcement

Public sector experience

Bilingual ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Law enforcement training or equivalent experience

Tools

BS&A software

Job description

The Charter Township of Chesterfield Building & Code Enforcement Department is hiring for a Code Enforcement Officer.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under authority of the Director of Building & Code Enforcement, this position will be responsible for the enforcement of Township and State codes and ordinances, and performs various tasks, including, but not limited to: inspects and monitors buildings and home construction sites; issuance of citations and letters to homeowners or developers; provides information on Township regulations to homeowners and developers; preserves the quality of business and neighborhoods; performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education and Experience):

REQUIRED:

• Prior law enforcement training or equivalent experience.
• Previous Building Department, Planning & Zoning, or Code Enforcement experience in the Public Sector (i.e., county or municipality).
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Test.
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and an operable insured automobile for authorized travel.

PREFERRED:

• Minimum of five (5) years code enforcement and/or law enforcement experience.
• Experience with BS&A software.
• Ability to speak, read and understand a language other than English.

Please refer to attached Job Description for Essential Functions, Skills & Specifications.

This position will work week-days, with occasional Saturdays. Normal business hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.