CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER- Day Shift

City of College Park•College Park, MD

21h•$29 - $30

About The Position

The City of College Park is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer responsible for ensuring that commercial and residential properties comply with all City codes and ordinances related to property maintenance, zoning, fire safety, and noise. The selected candidate will complete approximately 6-8 weeks of initial training Monday-Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Upon successful completion of training, the employee will transition to a 10-hour shift schedule that consists of Wednesday through Saturday, 8:00 A.M. to 6:30 P.M. The Code Enforcement Officer will also be required to attend court hearings and staff meetings. Applicants must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, computer proficiency, and a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Minimum Qualifications (Entry-Level): High school diploma or GED equivalent One year of specialized coursework or training in fire safety, construction technology, building inspection, or a related field Valid driver's license in the state of residence Ability to obtain the ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification within the first six months of hire. Preference will be given to those who possess either of the following: ICC Property Maintenance and Housing ICC Zoning Inspector MD Fire Inspector I Community Noise Enforcement certification The selected candidate must complete the following FEMA ICS courses before the start date: FEMA ICS-100, 200, 700, and 800 The minimum starting wage is $29.41- $30.14, depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume and complete an application at www.collegeparkmd.gov . The position is open until February 28, 2026. The City of College Park is an equal-opportunity employer The City of College Park is a drug-free workplace. As part of our hiring process, all candidates are required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background screening . Failure to comply or a positive result may disqualify you from employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
One year of specialized coursework or training in fire safety, construction technology, building inspection, or a related field
Valid driver's license in the state of residence
Ability to obtain the ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification within the first six months of hire.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Computer proficiency
Satisfactory driving record
Complete the following FEMA ICS courses before the start date: FEMA ICS-100, 200, 700, and 800

Nice To Haves

ICC Property Maintenance and Housing
ICC Zoning Inspector
MD Fire Inspector I
Community Noise Enforcement certification
Bilingual

Responsibilities

Ensuring that commercial and residential properties comply with all City codes and ordinances related to property maintenance, zoning, fire safety, and noise.
Attend court hearings and staff meetings.