Part-Time Code Enforcement Officer

Village of North Riverside • North Riverside, IL

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About The Position

The Village of North Riverside, Illinois, is seeking Part-Time Code Enforcement Officers to join its Community Development team. This fast-paced, customer-service-oriented position supports public health, safety, and welfare through enforcement of municipal, building, and zoning codes. Officers conduct property inspections, investigate complaints, issue citations, educate residents, provide information, and work with other departments. The position is generally performed independently under the direction of the Assistant Village Administrator and must be carried out consistently with the Village’s Municipal Code and adopted policies and procedures.

Successful candidates must be able to understand and implement codes, communicate effectively in writing and verbally, use Village computer field technology and related hardware and software, solve problems, and work with property owners to achieve code compliance. The position is intended to be less than 30 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday, with potential Saturday hours. Flexibility to occasionally work outside a traditional schedule, including evenings or weekends, may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to five years of code enforcement experience, with a focus on property maintenance and/or building codes.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted if it provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Pass the International Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector certification requirements within six months of employment.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license.
• Ability to understand and implement codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to use Village computer field technology, hardware, and software.
• Ability to solve problems and work with property owners to achieve code compliance.

Responsibilities

• Enforce municipal, building, and zoning codes.
• Conduct property inspections and investigate complaints.
• Issue citations when appropriate.
• Educate citizens and provide them with information.
• Work with other departments.
• Communicate with property owners and help resolve problems to achieve code compliance.
• Use Village computer field technology, hardware, and software to meet the demands of the position.
• Perform duties in accordance with the Village’s Municipal Code and adopted policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

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