Field Code Compliance Inspector: Inspections & Enforcement

Willdan; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan in Niles, MI is hiring a Code Enforcement Officer to conduct field inspections, investigate complaints, document violations, and work with property owners to achieve compliance with local ordinances.

The ideal candidate will be observant, organized, and able to apply regulations fairly and consistently, with strong communication skills and the ability to prepare notices, enforce codes, and provide testimony as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of relevant experience in code enforcement, property inspection, building or zoning administration, construction, public safety, housing, or comparable regulatory or public-contact work is preferred.
• Working knowledge of property maintenance, nuisance abatement, zoning, inspection practices, and due process requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine, neighborhood-based, and complaint-driven property inspections.
• Investigate potential violations involving property maintenance, nuisances, zoning, vegetation, exterior storage, refuse, junk vehicles, unsafe structures, and related local requirements.
• Document inspection findings with clear notes, dated photographs, correspondence, notices, deadlines, and follow-up activity.
• Explain ordinance requirements, correction options, and compliance deadlines in clear, respectful language.
• Prepare and issue notices of violation, correction letters, orders, citations, and related correspondence as authorized.
• Conduct follow-up inspections, confirm corrections, and recommend case closure or further enforcement.
• Respond appropriately to urgent conditions that threaten health, safety, or property.
• Prepare organized, legally defensible case records and provide testimony at administrative hearings or court proceedings when required.
• The officer will emphasize education and voluntary compliance when appropriate, while taking prompt action when serious health or safety hazards exist or formal enforcement is necessary.

Skills

Observation

Documentation

Report-writing

Organization

Time management

Communication

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

BS&A Software

Job description

Willdan in Niles, MI is hiring a Code Enforcement Officer to conduct field inspections, investigate complaints, document violations, and work with property owners to achieve compliance with local ordinances.

The ideal candidate will be observant, organized, and able to apply regulations fairly and consistently, with strong communication skills and the ability to prepare notices, enforce codes, and provide testimony as needed.