Code Inspector I

Town of Gilbert; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Town of Gilbert is seeking a Code Inspector I to join Development Services. The role reports to the Inspections Supervisor and focuses on inspecting structures, documenting code violations, and handling complaints.

The position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime, with a background check and physical required. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 2–3 years of related enforcement experience, a valid Arizona driver's license, and ACEA Level I certification within 18 months

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of related enforcement experience preferred (investigative report writing and documentation).
• ACEA Level I Code Academy certification within 18 months of hire.
• Valid Arizona Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Conducting inspections of structures and materials to identify and resolve code violations.
• Preparing detailed reports and documenting violations with photos and evidence for possible use in legal proceedings.
• Receiving, recording, and investigating complaints from the public, staff, and outside agencies.
• Researching ownership records, prior complaints, and applicable codes and regulations.
• Providing information and technical assistance on inspection activities, code requirements, and courtroom testimony.

Job description

Posting number: 27-0019

Department: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Job classification: Code Inspector I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Code Enforcement

Summary

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Code Inspector I. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.

The Code Inspector I reports to the Inspections Supervisor. The primary functions of this position include:

• Conducting inspections of structures and materials to identify and resolve code violations
• Preparing detailed reports and documenting violations with photos and evidence for possible use in legal proceedings
• Receiving, recording, and investigating complaints from the public, staff, and outside agencies
• Researching ownership records, prior complaints, and applicable codes and regulations
• Providing information and technical assistance on inspection activities, code requirements, and courtroom testimony
• For a full list of duties, please review the job description.

Employment with the Town of Gilbert is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Town at any time, with or without cause or notice. This is a non-exempt position eligible for overtime.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline:

• Posting Closes: September 3, 2026
• Tentative In-Person Interviews: Week of September 14, 2026
• Tentative Start Date: Early October, 2026

This timeline is presented as an estimate only and is subject to change based on business needs.

Examples of duties

You know how to read a situation and stay steady when people get upset. You're comfortable investigating on your own, tracking down ownership records and code history, and writing up what you find so it holds up if a case goes to court. You can explain code requirements clearly to a homeowner or a contractor. You don't need someone standing over your shoulder to get through your day.

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 2-3 years of related work experience, preferably in an enforcement field (investigative report writing and documentation, issuing citations, preparing courtroom documents)
• Valid Arizona Driver's License
• Must possess or obtain an Arizona Code Enforcement Assocation (ACEA) Level I Code Academy certification withing 18 months of hire.

This position requires a pre-employment background check and physical.

This position has been designated as a Medium work position that spends a portion of their workday in the field and a portion in the office.

The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.

Qualifications

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.