Codes Inspector

City of Woodstock Illinois; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Woodstock Illinois is seeking a Codes Inspector in the Building and Planning - Development Services Department to ensure compliance with codes and city regulations. This full-time, hourly position handles citizen complaints, investigates violations, documents findings and takes corrective action under the direction of the Building & Planning Director.

Qualified applicants have a high school diploma, two years of code enforcement experience, and a valid driver's license;

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2+ years in Code Enforcement, Building Construction, or Plan Review.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Computer skills including word processing and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Enforce compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Respond to citizen complaints and investigate violations.
• Document findings and take corrective action under supervision.

Skills

Code Enforcement

Plan Review

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

OpenGov

Job description

The City of Woodstock is recruiting for a Codes Inspector with the Building and Planning - Development Services Department.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for enforcing compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, rules and regulations of the City by responding to citizen complaints, investigating and documenting violations and taking corrective action. This work is performed under the direction of the Building & Planning Director.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma/equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years of Code Enforcement, Building Construction, or Plan Review experience.
• Work experience to include use of computer for word processing and data entry.
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license and acceptable driving record for eligibility of City coverage.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in the use of departmental software ,OpenGov
• ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification (if not already in place, required within one (1) year of date of hire)

SALARY & BENEFITS:

The anticipated pay rate range for this full-time non-exempt/hourly position is $29.43 to $32.37 per hour based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. We offer a competitive group benefits package along with an IMRF pension.

DEADLINE

Tuesday, November 17, 2026

This position is not eligible for a work-related immigration visa sponsorship. The City of Woodstock is an Equal Opportunity Employer.