Code Enforcement Officer I.II

Evans, CO; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Evans is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer I/II to enforce municipal nuisance ordinances, interact with residents, and support Neighborhood Services programs. The role requires documenting violations, communicating required actions, and coordinating abatements with the Neighborhood Services Manager.

This position may lead seasonal staff and requires valid Colorado license, basic certification, and the ability to work a varying schedule.

Qualifications

• 1 year of customer service experience.
• 3 years of code enforcement experience.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License or ability to obtain within six months.
• Code Enforcement Officer Basic Certification or enrollment within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Enforce municipal ordinances on nuisance issues such as weeds, trash, junk, and graffiti.
• Identify code violations related to land use, zoning, and signage.
• Document violations with notices, inspections, and citations.
• Communicate with property owners and residents about required actions.
• Prepare reports, photos, and follow‑ups to verify compliance.
• Lead seasonal staff and participate in training activities.
• Coordinate with Neighborhood Services Manager on abatements and enforcement.
• Maintain city right‑of‑way and respond to citizen inquiries.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Detail oriented

Time management

Policy adherence

Data analysis

Investigative report writing

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Code Enforcement Officer Basic Certification

Valid Colorado Driver's License or ability to obtain within six months

Associate degree in a related field

Bilingual English and Spanish

Job description

As part of the selection process, the successful candidate must successfully complete a polygraph examination and an extensive background investigation.

NATURE OF WORK

The Code Enforcement Officer I.II is under general supervision and enforces municipal ordinances pertaining to public nuisance issues, including but not limited to weeds, trash, junk, outside storage, inoperable vehicles, hazardous trees, maintenance of fences, snow on sidewalks, and graffiti. Interacts with community members to resolve public nuisances and provides support for Neighborhood Services programs as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Employee possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform all the essential duties of the job safely and satisfactorily, including, but not limited to municipal governance, teamwork, problem-solving, relationship-building, customer service, detail oriented, technology/equipment proficiency, policy adherence, time management, result-orientation, research and analyzing data, decision-making, self-motivation, stewardship, integrity, and upholding our EDGE core values.


• Ability to listen to, read, understand, and communicate the English language both orally and in writing so others can understand, such as correspondence, report writing, and emails.


• To support consistent high-quality service for our community and each other, it is the expectation of all employees to be punctual and have good attendance and to communicate effectively for scheduling conflicts or when taking leave according to city policy.


• Patrols streets throughout the city in a marked vehicle and identifies code violations and problems relating to land use, zoning, and signage.


• Documents situations and actions taken by issuing courtesy notices, notices of violation, inspections, and citations.


• Documents phone calls, office visits and any other interactions pertaining to the violation case.


• Notifies property owners or involved parties of violations and corrective actions required.


• Responds to citizen inquiries and requests for code enforcement services.


• Provides education and code information to the public.


• Prepares computer generated reports, takes photographs, sends certified notices or corrective orders, and follows up on cases to verify compliance has been achieved.


• Works with the Neighborhood Services Manager to identify violations to be abated by the City, and to process such abatements.


• Maintains neighborhoods and City right-of-way for items such as but not limited to abandoned vehicles, weeds, dead trees, graffiti, trash, and debris.


• Leads seasonal staff in enforcement of nuisance code violations, training, identification of violations and prioritization of neighborhood patrols.


• Code Enforcement Officer: Issues notices of violations and citat


• Assists with training of seasonal staff.


• May participate on boards and/or committees as requested, including the Citizens Police Advisory Committee.


• May work a varying schedule and/or shift.


• Knowledge of Colorado Revised Statutes and municipal code relating to code enforcement.


• Skills in investigative report writing and detailed documentation.


• Ability to patrol neighborhoods and identify violations.


• Ability to use code enforcement equipment, such as digital camera, measuring devices, and mobile computing devices.


• Ability to testify in court in a professional manner.


• As a member of the City of Evans team, employees are privileged to serve each other and the community; therefore, will be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSURE

Required:

Code Enforcement Officer I:

• High School diploma or equivalent; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.


• 1 year of customer service experience.


• Valid Colorado Driver's License or ability to obtain within six months of hire.


• Code Enforcement Officer Basic Certification from the Colorado Association of Code Enforcement Officials within two years of hire, contingent upon availability of training offerings. Employees are expected to make reasonable efforts to complete certification upon first availability.

Preferred:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.


• Experience in public/municipal sector.


• Associate degree in a related field.

Code Enforcement Officer II:

In addition to previous requirements:

• 3 years of code enforcement experience.


• Code Enforcement Officer Advanced Certification within three years of hire, contingent upon availability of training offerings. Employees are expected to make reasonable efforts to complete certification upon first availability.

PHYSICAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to exercise mental visual concentration, listen, talk, stand, reach, twist, and demonstrate manual dexterity. The employee is required to focus attention on tasks without losing concentration or becoming distracted by surrounding activities and interruptions. The employee is also required to kneel, squat, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 70 pounds on an occasional basis. The employee may need to climb ladders, work in Confined Spaces, use power equipment/tools that produce vibration and noise, and work in Work Zones with moderate to heavy traffic. The employee may need to work in all outside weather conditions near moving equipment in areas with elevated noise levels and where chemicals may be utilized. Work is performed in both office and field settings.

Our Mission

To deliver sustainable, citizen driven services for the health,
safety, and welfare of the community.

Our Values

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and other essential functions expected of an employee and subject to change at any time. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee.

The City of Evans conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment. A positive drug screen test for marijuana will disqualify a candidate from being considered for employment, regardless of whether the use is recreational or medical (red card).