Inspector, Code Compliance (Nuisance)

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation

Retirement contributions

Flexible spending

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Wellness program

Onsite health clinic

Career development

Job summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking a full-time Code Compliance Inspector (Nuisance) in Building Services to enforce city environmental health, safety and nuisance codes. This civilian role conducts education, inspections, investigations and enforcement to ensure compliance with municipal codes and land use regulations in neighborhoods and commercial properties.

Three years of related experience or education are required.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years related experience/education
• Related experience in code compliance, inspections, regulatory enforcement, property maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Conducts proactive patrols and responds to complaints involving potential violations of municipal codes, land use regulations and related requirements to identify and address public health, safety, nuisance and neighborhood livability concerns.
• Inspects properties, sites, and other locations; investigates alleged violations; evaluates observations and available evidence; and determines appropriate compliance actions within established codes and delegated authority.
• Applies and interprets applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations to explain requirements, identify violations and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Initiates and carries out enforcement actions, including issuing notices and civil or criminal citations when authorized and coordinating property correction or abatement through approved contractors when necessary.
• Educates property owners, tenants, developers, and other stakeholders on applicable requirements, explains violations and corrective actions and recommends solutions that promote voluntary compliance and prevent recurring issues.

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Inspector, Code Compliance (Nuisance) (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)
REQUISITION #: req8669
DEPARTMENT: Building Services
LOCATION: 281 OFFICE BLDG
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $44,907.00 - 67,359.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $46,000.00 - 56,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 11/11/2026.At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.
Post-Offer Requirements
- Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)
- Motor vehicle report
- Drug test within 96 hours of offer
While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

WhyWorkFor theCity of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) –eligibleonthe 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + companycontributions – after 6 month probation period andimmediate vesting
• Flexiblespending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSAor both
• EmployeeAssistance Program: counseling, legal,financialassistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborativework environment

To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure

Job Summary

The Code Compliance Inspector position is responsible for the administration, education, and enforcement of compliance with City environmental health, safety and nuisance codes, regulations and ordinances. This is a civilian position with a specific police commission responsible for performing education, inspection, investigation, and enforcement functions to ensure compliance with City Municipal Code, Land Use Code (LUC), regulations, and ordinances in regard to nuisance concerns, and neighborhood livability issues within the City's neighborhoods and commercial properties. This position may also be cross trained in other departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts proactive patrols and responds to complaints involving potential violations of municipal codes, land use regulations and related requirements to identify and address public health, safety, nuisance and neighborhood livability concerns.
• Inspects properties, sites, and other locations; investigates alleged violations; evaluates observations and available evidence; and determines appropriate compliance actions within established codes and delegated authority.
• Applies and interprets applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations to explain requirements, identify violations and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Initiates and carries out enforcement actions, including issuing notices and civil or criminal citations when authorized and coordinating property correction or abatement through approved contractors when necessary.
• Educates property owners, tenants, developers, and other stakeholders on applicable requirements, explains violations and corrective actions and recommends solutions that promote voluntary compliance and prevent recurring issues.
• Documents inspections, investigations, evidence, communications, enforcement actions, and case outcomes in electronic case records to maintain an accurate history and support consistent enforcement and legal proceedings.
• Prepares case records, inspection reports, photographs and supporting documentation for court proceedings and provides testimony regarding observations, findings and enforcement actions when required.
• Communicates with residents, businesses, neighborhood groups, other agencies and City personnel to address compliance concerns, coordinate responses and resolve issues that cross organizational or jurisdictional boundaries.
• Applies conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques when addressing contentious situations, explaining enforcement decisions and working with individuals who may be resistant to compliance.
• Participates in community meetings, outreach activities and educational presentations to explain applicable regulations, clarify compliance expectations and promote community awareness.
• Coordinates and supports inspections, notifications and enforcement activities with other City functions to address issues requiring a collaborative response.
• Collects and documents observations and evidence, including passive property observations when assigned and authorized, to support investigations and compliance activities.
• Follows established safety procedures and maintains awareness of potential hazards when conducting field inspections and working around properties, vehicles and construction sites.

Job Competencies City-Wide

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact and work with people of diverse identities, perspectives and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• Read and comprehend City and Service Area/Department policies, regulations, rules and standard operating procedures.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Routine software and business applications including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and databases.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations and members of the community.

Operations

• Decision Making: Applies judgment in defined situations. Seeks guidance for variables.
• Complexity: Handles routine tasks with occasional variation. Identifies issues needing escalation.
• Business Acumen: Grasps task purpose and supports efficiency.
• Specific Knowledge: Grows knowledge in specific subject matter to complete tasks.
• Organizational Impact: Identifies efficiencies and recommends improvements to assigned tasks within a team.

Job Specific

• Working knowledge of municipal codes, land use regulations, ordinances, and related requirements governing property maintenance, public health, safety, nuisances and neighborhood livability.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable codes and regulations to varied compliance situations, evaluate findings and identify appropriate corrective actions within established authority.
• Working knowledge of inspection and investigation methods, evidence collection, case documentation and procedures for establishing and substantiating code violations.
• Ability to exercise impartial judgment and apply enforcement requirements consistently, including determining appropriate actions within delegated authority.
• Ability to communicate regulatory requirements, explain violations and corrective measures and respond effectively to questions or disputes involving complex or sensitive compliance matters.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, negotiation and de-escalation to address resistance, resolve disputes, and support compliance while maintaining professional relationships.
• Working knowledge of case documentation and legal proceedings, including the preparation of accurate records and the presentation of factual findings in court or other formal proceedings.

Minimum Qualifications

Years:Three (3) years related experience/education

Type of Specific Experience/Education: Related experience in code compliance, inspections, regulatory enforcement, property maintenance, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties.

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call [phone] for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use

Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

TheCity is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants andemployees.Employment decisions will comply with all applicable lawsprohibiting discrimination inemployment. The City does not toleratebehavior that results in the terms and conditions ofemployment beingadversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or anybehaviorthat violates this policy.

Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee,the City is committedto providing a work environment that is free fromunlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination orharassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, nationalorigin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceivedsexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability,age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran statusor uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or anyother status protected under federal, state or local law.

The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. Inaddition to the City’scommitment to equal opportunity employment, theCity strictly prohibits discrimination orretaliation against an employeewho raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations ofgovernmenthealth or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of Cityemployees orthe public, if the City controls the workplace conditionsgiving rise to the threat or violation.

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