Code Enforcement Officer I

City of Davenport • Davenport, IA

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Code Enforcement Officer I performs work of moderate difficulty involving inspection and enforcement of applicable ordinances related to parking, environmental codes, zoning, solid waste, signs, and other code enforcement regulations. The position also performs municipal enforcement and compliance duties related to local animal control ordinances, including responding to stray animal calls, investigating complaints, transporting animals, and issuing citations when necessary.

The schedule is not a standard shift. It will be assigned at hire and will not include a 24-hour operational shift. Alternate shifts may include several Sundays for special downtown events or other duties as required; employees will be advised pursuant to the union contract. The employee must be available for a varied schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

The starting hourly rate is $21.59, increasing to $22.08 after six months. The City of Davenport offers a comprehensive benefits package. The listed family-plan cost for medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage is $98.61 per month for 2026, with coverage starting on the first day of employment. Benefits are subject to change.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of experience in progressively responsible customer service or enforcement work.
• Obtain National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) ACO I certification within six months of appointment and maintain it throughout employment; equivalent certifications may be accepted with approval from the Department Director or designee.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Be available to work a varied schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Pass a physical examination and background check as prescribed by the City of Davenport.
• Reside in Iowa or Illinois within two years of hire and maintain residency throughout employment.
• Knowledge of principles and practices related to parking, environmental and health conditions.
• Knowledge of the geography of the City.
• Knowledge of computer programs used for data entry, reporting, and text.
• Skill in interpreting and enforcing regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
• Skill in recognizing unsafe property-maintenance conditions, health hazards, and other code violations.
• Verbal, written, and electronic communication skills.
• Working skill in maintaining written and electronic records, preparing reports, and computer entry.

Nice To Haves

• The employee is strongly encouraged to receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and enforce ordinances and regulations related to parking, environmental codes such as debris, and temporary signs.
• Gather facts related to applicable ordinances and regulations and determine appropriate action.
• Issue citations for applicable misdemeanors and code infractions.
• Prepare reports and correspondence for supervisor review and approval.
• Maintain the City's parking garage pay stations, including verifying operability, emptying and delivering cash collections, ticketing vehicles that have not paid, and checking ramps for cleanliness and operational lights and equipment.
• Manage Temporary No Parking arrangements for special events.
• Respond after hours to nuisance calls concerning debris and monitor residential parking.
• Enforce local animal control ordinances, including responding to stray animal calls, investigating complaints, transporting animals, and issuing citations when necessary.
• Assign, inspect, and check the work of department employees.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; the listed family-plan cost is $98.61 per month for 2026, and coverage starts on the first day of employment.
• Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System pension plan.
• 457 Deferred Compensation, with a City contribution of 2.75% of the employee's income if the employee contributes at least 1% (applicable to AFSCME).
• 13 paid holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED