Code Inspector II

Gilbert, Arizona; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Gilbert is seeking a Code Inspector II to conduct field inspections, identify code violations, and support the inspections team in a busy municipal environment.

The role requires 3-4 years in code enforcement or related fields, with a valid Arizona driver’s license and relevant certifications. The position includes fieldwork, report writing, and mentoring junior inspectors, with a strong emphasis on safety and public service.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in code enforcement or law enforcement, with an emphasis on public contact.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license.
• ICC/AACE Zoning Inspector Certification.
• Pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections of structures and materials to identify and resolve code violations.
• Investigate and respond to complaints from the public, staff, and other agencies regarding potential violations.
• Document findings and prepare detailed reports and evidence, including materials used in legal proceedings.
• Review Inspector I caseloads and train new inspectors to maintain consistency and accuracy across the team.
• Serve as backup for the Code Compliance Supervisor and provide technical guidance on code interpretation and compliance.

Skills

Code enforcement

Public interaction

Report writing

Mentoring inspectors

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ICC/AACE Zoning Inspector Certification

ACEA Level I Code Academy Certification

Job description

We Are Seeking Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Code Inspector II. 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 II reports to the Inspections Supervisor. The primary functions of this position include:

• Conducting field inspections of structures and materials to identify and resolve code violations
• Investigating and responding to complaints from the public, staff, and other agencies regarding potential violations
• Documenting findings and preparing detailed reports and evidence, including materials used in legal proceedings
• Reviewing Inspector I caseloads and training new inspectors to maintain consistency and accuracy across the team
• Serving as backup for the Code Compliance Supervisor and providing technical guidance on code interpretation and compliance
• For a full list of duties, please review the job description.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Employment with the Town of Gilbert is at-will.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline

• Posting Closes: August 23, 2026
• Tentative Interviews: Week of August 24, 2026
• Tentative Start Date: September 14, 2026

This timeline is provided as an estimate and is subject to change based on business need.

About You

You're a sharp, detail-oriented professional who takes pride in protecting the health and safety of the community you serve. You're comfortable working independently in the field — walking a site, documenting a violation, or explaining code requirements to a frustrated property owner with patience and clarity. You have a knack for digging into ownership records, prior complaints, and municipal code to build a solid case, and you communicate what you find clearly, whether in a written report or on the witness stand. As a mentor to newer inspectors, you lead by example and bring consistency and calm authority to every caseload you touch.

Requirements

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)
• 3-4 years of experience in code enforcement or law enforcement, with an emphasis on public contact
• Valid Arizona driver's license
• ICC/AACE Zoning Inspector Certification
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the necessary knowledge and abilities to perform the work

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

This position has been designated as a Medium work position that spends a majority of their workday in a field/outdoor environment.

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.

We Are Here to Help!

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.

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more!

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Do you have a high school Diploma or GED?

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How many years of experience do you have in code enforcement, or an enforcement background?

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Do you have a valid Arizona Driver's License?

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Do you possess a current ICC/AACE Zoning Inspector Certification?

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Do you possess an Arizona Code Enforcement Assocation (ACEA) Level I Code Academy Certification?

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