Community Code Compliance Inspector

DeKalb County; Decatur (GA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County is seeking a Code Compliance Inspector to enforce zoning, signage, building codes, and property maintenance regulations. The role involves inspecting locations, investigating complaints, and coordinating with law enforcement.

Expect court-related duties and documentation management. Requires an Associate’s degree in a related field, plus two years of customer service experience and a valid Georgia driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Construction Technology, Engineering, Architecture or related field required.
• Two years of customer service experience, or equivalent combination.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license is required.
• Completion of Level I GACE certification or ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification within two years.

Responsibilities

• Responds to citizen’s complaints; inspects locations for violations; gathers and investigates evidence; issues warning notices and court summonses.
• Addresses illegal signage; removes illegal signs; issues citations; educates businesses regarding sign regulations; facilitates sign disposal.
• Attends court hearings; performs re-inspection of properties; processes photographic evidence; prepares evidence for testimony.
• Performs property inspections; inspects multi-family dwellings and businesses for compliance; issues court summonses and citations; prepares action reports; coordinates operations with local law enforcement.
• Conducts community meetings; educates the public about code compliance and safety; participates in volunteer efforts to improve the community.
• Processes documentation associated with department operations; reviews complaints, citations, licenses; prepares forms, reports, and correspondence; maintains records.

Skills

Customer service

Education

Associate’s degree in Construction Technology, Engineering, Architecture or related field

Tools

Georgia driver’s license

GACE Level I certification

ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification

Job description

DeKalb County is seeking a Code Compliance Inspector to enforce zoning, signage, building codes, and property maintenance regulations. The role involves inspecting locations, investigating complaints, and coordinating with law enforcement.

Expect court-related duties and documentation management. Requires an Associate’s degree in a related field, plus two years of customer service experience and a valid Georgia driver’s license.