Code Compliance Officer-Neighborhood Code

City of Fort Wayne • Fort Wayne, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Code Compliance Officer-Neighborhood Code 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Full-Time | Be the boots on the ground who protects neighborhoods, solves problems, and helps residents every day. The City of Fort Wayne is hiring a confident, fair, and service-minded professional to inspect properties, enforce housing and safety standards, and work directly with residents to keep our neighborhoods safe, clean, and compliant. This independent, field-based role is perfect for someone observant, detail-oriented, and comfortable having tough conversations with professionalism and respect.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Building Technology, Planning, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in construction, inspections, enforcement, or property maintenance
• Strong judgment, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload
• Indiana Driver's License
• Special Police Commission (within 60 days)

Nice To Haves

• Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector certification (ICC) within 6 months
• Bilingual skills a plus
• GIS, mobile technology, and digital documentation tools
• Report writing and legal documentation
• Knowledge of building systems (structural, electrical, mechanical, HVAC)

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and enforce local housing, safety, and property maintenance codes across the city.
• Inspect residential and commercial properties for code compliance
• Investigate complaints, issue notices or citations, and follow cases through resolution
• Maintain detailed reports, photos, and records using GIS and City systems
• Educate residents and property owners on ordinances and corrective actions
• Testify at hearings or court and coordinate with Police, Legal, and partner departments

Benefits

• Make a visible impact every day. Your work directly improves the safety, appearance, and quality of life in our neighborhoods while offering stable, meaningful public service work with purpose.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of applicable drug screening, physical examination, and background checks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees