Senior Code Enforcement Inspector

Town of Capitol Heights; Capitol Heights (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Town of Capitol Heights seeks an experienced Code Enforcement / Property Standards Inspector to join our team. This role requires inspecting properties, identifying violations, issuing enforcement notices, and documenting outcomes.

The ideal candidate will work independently in the field while coordinating with Town departments and external agencies as needed. The position emphasizes professional communication with residents and property owners, accurate reporting, and adherence to town codes,

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience in code enforcement, property standards inspection, housing inspection, zoning enforcement, building inspection, or a closely related field is required.
• Demonstrated experience conducting field inspections and identifying code or property maintenance violations.
• Experience documenting violations and preparing inspection reports, notices, citations, or similar enforcement correspondence.
• Working knowledge of code enforcement procedures and compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of residential, commercial, and other properties throughout the Town.
• Identify violations of property maintenance, housing, zoning, health and safety codes.
• Investigate complaints concerning property conditions and potential violations.
• Issue notices of violation, citations, and enforcement documentation as authorized.
• Conduct follow-up inspections to ensure corrections within established timeframes.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, complaints, and enforcement actions.
• Prepare inspection reports, notices, and other correspondence clearly and professionally.
• Respond to questions from residents, owners, and stakeholders with professionalism.
• Explain codes and compliance requirements to property owners and responsible parties.
• Collaborate with other Town departments and agencies as needed.

Skills

Code enforcement

Inspections

Documentation

Communication

Education

Code enforcement certification

Tools

GIS software

Property databases

Permitting systems

Job description

Town of Capitol Heights seeks an experienced Code Enforcement / Property Standards Inspector to join our team. This role requires inspecting properties, identifying violations, issuing enforcement notices, and documenting outcomes.

The ideal candidate will work independently in the field while coordinating with Town departments and external agencies as needed. The position emphasizes professional communication with residents and property owners, accurate reporting, and adherence to town codes,