Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer: Safeguard Communities

City of Elmhurst; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Elmhurst seeks a part-time Code Enforcement Officer to investigate and enforce property maintenance, municipal, zoning and building codes to protect and enhance the community. Responsibilities include inspections, communicating code requirements to owners, documenting actions, and participating in court procedures as needed.

Requires two years of college coursework or an apprenticeship and relevant experience, with an Illinois driver’s license and ICC certification or the ability to

Qualifications

• Two years of college-level coursework in construction technology or completion of an apprenticeship.
• Two years of experience as a Code Enforcement Officer or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Investigates code violations and enforces property maintenance, municipal and zoning codes.
• Performs site inspections for new construction, remodeling and home improvements to ensure code compliance.
• Provides information to property owners regarding code requirements and City policies; resolves complaints when possible.
• Maintains accurate inspection records and issues notices to correct violations.
• Collects evidence for court, testifies at hearings, and participates in adjudication as required.
• Keeps knowledge up to date on Property Maintenance Code and Municipal Code through training.

Skills

Code enforcement knowledge

Inspection techniques

Record keeping

Communication with public

Report writing

Mathematics

Geography of the City

Education

College coursework in construction technology

Trade apprenticeship completion

Tools

Office software

Job description

The City of Elmhurst seeks a part-time Code Enforcement Officer to investigate and enforce property maintenance, municipal, zoning and building codes to protect and enhance the community. Responsibilities include inspections, communicating code requirements to owners, documenting actions, and participating in court procedures as needed.

Requires two years of college coursework or an apprenticeship and relevant experience, with an Illinois driver’s license and ICC certification or the ability to