Code Enforcement Officer II
City Of Kingman
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The City of Kingman is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer II to join our Development Services team. You will conduct advanced field inspections, identify violations, and handle complex cases with independence and professionalism.
You will prepare detailed investigative files, coordinate with the City Attorney, testify in hearings, and mentor junior staff while helping refine enforcement procedures. Strong knowledge of zoning, building standards, and nuisance code is essential.
Qualifications
- Experience enforcing municipal codes and ordinances related to zoning and building standards.
- Ability to compile investigative files, reports, and evidence for legal actions.
- Strong reading of laws and regulations with attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Field investigations of complex code violations and independent case work.
- Prepare reports, chronologies, and evidence for court or administrative actions.
- Coordinate with City Attorney and other departments on charges and procedures.
- Lead and guide staff on complex projects and refine procedures.
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CITY OF KINGMAN
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
An experienced, journey-level Code Enforcement Officer II to join our Development Services team at the City of Kingman. In this role, you will perform advanced field and technical work enforcing municipal codes and ordinances related to zoning, building standards, public nuisances, and quality of life. Operating with a high degree of independence, you will handle complex, sensitive, and legally significant cases, represent the City with professionalism, and provide informal guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members.
You are a decisive, highly organized professional who excels at independent problem-solving in complex or sensitive situations. You possess strong interpersonal skills, allowing you to effectively mediate disputes, negotiate voluntary compliance, and maintain positive community relations. You are well-versed in interpreting laws, codes, and regulations, and you bring exceptional attention to detail in documentation, evidence gathering, and court preparation. You represent the City credibly and maintain absolute confidentiality when managing challenging enforcement matters.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Associate's degree or college coursework in code enforcement, public administration, or a related field preferred.
- A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal code enforcement or inspection work, including experience handling complex or contested cases, or
- Equivalent experience with enforcement of policies, procedures, rules, and/or regulations preferred.
- OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- Possession of a valid Arizona resident driver's license.
- Ability to become TOC Level B Certified (or higher) within the probationary period.
- International Code Council (ICC) Certified Code Enforcement Officer or American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) Certified Code Enforcement Officer, or ability to obtain within an established timeframe, preferred.
- Ability to pass background check.
Conduct advanced field inspections and investigations of complex or high-visibility city code violations, including zoning, junk and litter, public nuisances, and building standards. Independently identify violations, research property files and ownership histories, and determine appropriate corrective actions to bring properties into compliance.
Prepare comprehensive investigative files, detailed reports, chronologies, and photographic evidence to support legal or administrative actions. Coordinate directly with the City Attorney's Office on charging documents and evidentiary standards, and testify effectively as a witness in court hearings and legal proceedings.
Provide exceptional customer service by communicating with citizens, property owners, and community groups to explain code requirements and negotiate solutions in contentious situations. Coordinate seamlessly with internal departments—such as Building, Planning, Fire, and Sanitation—as well as external agencies like the County Health Department and state regulators.
Serve as a lead worker on complex projects, multi-jurisdictional cases, and special enforcement initiatives. Provide informal training, case-review assistance, and technical guidance to Code Enforcement Officer I staff, while assisting management in refining division procedures, documentation standards, and enforcement strategies.
You bring a thorough working understanding of code enforcement principles, departmental procedures, zoning ordinances, and local geography, paired with the ability to interpret complex federal, state, and municipal laws. You are proficient in utilizing specialized investigative equipment, computerized data systems, and technical mathematics to analyze plans, review records, and document findings suitable for legal proceedings. Adept at managing a diverse, high-priority caseload independently, you apply sound, objective judgment to resolve contentious, novel, or precedent-setting matters. You excel at eliciting cooperation from reluctant or difficult individuals through tact, firmness, and effective communication, while maintaining composure under pressure. Furthermore, you reliably meet attendance and physical standards, and are willing to support operational needs through flexible shifts, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-backs.
The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position changes.
The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai mountain ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader’s Digest named Kingman one of the "Nicest Places in Arizona" for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. In addition to its small-town look and feel, the area also offers a wide range of recreational activities that include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes and the Colorado River.
With more than 400 full and part-time employees across 30 divisions, the City of Kingman provides exceptional public services to over 30,000 residents. Our focus on high-quality customer service, safety and teamwork underpins our efforts to foster an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive.
For more information about the City of Kingman, please see our Open Finance Portal, Choose Kingman Economic Development page and our Go Kingman tourism page for more information.
Personal Growth Opportunities ~ Meaningful and Challenging Work ~ Public Service
Community Spirit ~ Training and Development
The City of Kingman is a 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 Gallagher Best-in-Class employer. This award recognizes our commitment to supporting better employee wellbeing and building a resilient organizational culture.
At the City of Kingman, we strive to provide a world-class work environment where employee well-being is a valued priority. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to be competitive and affordable, allowing each person to take care of themselves and their loved ones. We also work hard to ensure that our employees are appropriately compensated and appreciated, while providing opportunities for professional development and career mobility.
- Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance
- Telemedicine available at $0 cost-sharing through AZ Blue Telehealth for general medical and behavioral health.
- Flexible spending (FSA) or health savings accounts (HSA)
- The City of Kingman offers a maximum allocation of $35.41 per pay period for individual coverage and up to $70.83 per pay period for family coverage towards the employee's Health Savings Account (HSA). Over the span of 24 pay periods, this totals a maximum of $850 for individual coverage and up to $1,700 for family coverage. Contributions are typically available approximately 5-7 business days after each pay date.
- Employer-paid group basic life insurance coverage for employee and dependents on medical plan
- Supplemental group insurance and third-party options available
- Personify Health, our comprehensive well-being platform designed to push you towards good health in mind, body and spirit
- Participation incentives with up to $300 redeemable annually
- Digbi Health, a gut-microbiome and genetics-based virtual care program designed to support individuals with obesity, diabetes, digestive disorders, and other chronic conditions.
- Sword, a physical therapy program that can be done anywhere, anytime. Includes women's pelvic health therapy!
- Multiple on-site preventative screenings and services
- Work/Life support services through SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Six free counseling sessions annually.
- The Northwest Arizona Employee Benefit Trust ("NAEBT"), to which the City of Kingman is a member, posts its meeting Notices, Agendas and Minutes on the NAEBT website, which can be found at www.naebt.org.
- 12 paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday each year.
- 16-35 paid vacation days per year
- 6.15 hrs. 1-5 years; 7.69 hrs. 5-10 yrs.; 9.23 hrs. 10-15 yrs.; 10.77 hrs. 15+ yrs.
- Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.
- 3.69 sick hours per pay period (approx. 9-12 sick days per year)
- Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.
- Part-time/seasonal employees earn 1 hours of sick time for every 30 hours worked.
- Other leave types available, including bereavement, military training, and jury duty.
- Leave donation program
- Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 annually
- Shift differential pay (2nd & 3rd shift)
- Bonus Programs
- Skill-based, Certification & Bilingual Pay
- Clothing Allowance for Uniformed Personnel
- Service Awards at 5 ($500), 10 ($1000), 15 ($1500), 20 ($2000)+ years of service
- Mission, Vision, Values (MVV) Excellence Awards
- Safety Awards
- Biannual All-Employee BBQ Lunch
- Annual Employee Pool Party
- City matching to AZ State Retirement System & Long Term Disability (ASRS)
- Additional retirement solutions available through optional third-party on pre-tax basis, including 457-deferred compensation and Roth IRA.
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