Code Enforcement Officer - Fairmont

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc. seeks a Code Enforcement Officer to promote a human-centered approach to municipal code compliance. You will investigate issues, prepare notices and reports, and help residents connect with resources, working with City staff across departments.

The role emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and clear communication as part of a comprehensive enforcement program within the City, with focus on community welfare and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, experience working with diverse groups of internal/external stakeholders, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite as well as mobile devices and applications.
• Preferred qualifications include three years’ experience related to code compliance and enforcement, construction inspection, property maintenance inspection, or a related field and the completion of advanced coursework or professional training/certification related to inspections.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations, prepare notices and reports related to code enforcement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional City staff across multiple departments.
• Connect residents with helpful resources and ensure a comprehensive enforcement process.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

MS Office proficiency

Mobile device apps

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced inspections coursework/training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Mobile devices and applications

Job description

Job Posting

The Code Enforcement Officer will encourage an engaged, human-centered approach to municipal code compliance and support the City’s code compliance program by conducting investigations, preparing notices and reports, and connecting residents with helpful resources. It will also collaborate with a cross-functional team of City staff across multiple departments to ensure a comprehensive, community-focused enforcement process.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, experience working with diverse groups of internal/external stakeholders, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite as well as mobile devices and applications.

Preferred qualifications include three years’ experience related to code compliance and enforcement, construction inspection, property maintenance inspection, or a related field and the completion of advanced coursework or professional training/certification related to inspections.

Candidates must also have a valid driver’s license and pass a criminal background check.

• The City provides sick time per MN ESST guidelines and a MN PERA benefit for qualified employees.

EOE.

Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.