Strategic Code Enforcement Officer, Special Projects

Hattiesburgms; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hattiesburg seeks a Code Enforcement Officer – Special Projects in the Urban Development Department. The role leads citywide enforcement initiatives, including short-term rental compliance and vacant property registration, coordinating with multiple city divisions to move cases to resolution.

The ideal candidate has education in criminal justice or urban planning, with experience in enforcement and data analysis, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• College coursework in criminal justice, public administration, business administration, urban planning, or related field is preferred.
• At least one year of work experience involving high public contact including enforcement, inspection, investigation, or customer service is required.
• Experience enforcing municipal codes or coordinating across departments is desirable.
• Ability to use maps, GIS information, and city/state laws in case work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead citywide short-term rental compliance enforcement using monitoring software.
• Oversee the VAD property registry enforcement timeline toward compliance, condemnation, or demolition.
• Support redevelopment initiatives and city-led projects.
• Identify areas of concern using data and compliance trends to shape enforcement strategy.
• Conduct investigations, inspections, issue notices and citations, and move cases toward compliance or hearings.
• Coordinate with Planning, Fire Inspection, Code, Building Inspection on zoning and development questions.
• Maintain complete case documentation and report status to the Division Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Criminal justice

Public administration

Urban planning

Data analysis

Enforcement

Inspection

Project coordination

Maps / GIS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ICC Property Maintenance/Housing Inspector certification (Desirable)

Tools

GIS software

Job description

City of Hattiesburg seeks a Code Enforcement Officer – Special Projects in the Urban Development Department. The role leads citywide enforcement initiatives, including short-term rental compliance and vacant property registration, coordinating with multiple city divisions to move cases to resolution.

The ideal candidate has education in criminal justice or urban planning, with experience in enforcement and data analysis, and a valid driver's license.