Code Enforcement Officer - Part-Time

Inspectors Association, Inc.; Windham (ME); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Inspectors Association, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer in Windham, Maine. The role involves field inspections, reviewing building plans and specifications, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, zoning, and MUBEC codes.

A Certified Code Enforcement Officer with related experience is required. The position is planned as a temporary role with potential extension and reports to senior staff.

Qualifications

• Certified Code Enforcement Officer is required.
• Experience with building plans and inspections is essential.
• High school diploma required; coursework in related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and review applications, plans and specifications for compliance with health, safety, zoning and MUBEC.
• Share responsibilities with regulatory partners to ensure uniform construction practices and code compliance.
• Perform timely technical plan reviews and inspections; pursue state certification requirements.

Skills

Certified Code Enforcement Officer

Customer service

Communication skills

Building trades experience

Interpreting building plans

General inspection work

Computer software familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Courses in structural/design/architecture/fire science (preferred)

Tools

Laptop/field tablet equipment

Computer software programs

Job description

Date Posted: October 20, 2026 | End Date: November 03, 2026
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Code Enforcement

Join the Town of Windham’s Code Enforcement Department as a Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer. This is a temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027, with the potential for extension. As part of a dedicated and expanding team, you will play an important role in supporting safe, sustainable development and maintaining the quality of the Town’s built environment. Key responsibilities include conducting field inspections and reviewing applications, plans, and specifications to ensure compliance with health, safety, zoning, and Maine Uniform Building and Energy Codes (MUBEC).

In partnership with various regulatory agencies, the code enforcement officer candidate will share the responsibilities to assure uniform construction practices and applicable building safety codes; this is accomplished through timely/ technical plan reviews, field inspections, continual training, and state certification requirements.

The ideal candidate for this position must be a Certified Code Enforcement Officer, possess outstanding customer service and communication skills. Experience in building trades, interpreting building plans, general inspection work, and high school diploma preferably supplemented by courses in structural, design, architecture, fire science technology, or equivalent combination of experience and training is required. Familiarity with various computer software programs and laptop/ field tablet equipment.

The candidate will directly report to the Code Enforcement Deputy Director, with oversight from the Code Enforcement Director.

The starting hourly rate for this position will be $37.10 to $50.00 per hour, with consideration given to the successful candidate's qualification, skills, and experience. The Town Hall works a 4-day work week, with flexible hours available for part-time work.

Interviews may happen concurrently with the position posting.

Please direct any questions regarding the position to Jonathan Rioux, Code Enforcement Director at [phone] or [e-mail].

The Town of Windham provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Town complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Town has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.