Code Professional

Village of Carol Stream•Carol Stream, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Village of Carol Stream seeks a qualified and motivated individual to perform building and property maintenance inspections and code enforcement work within our customer-focused Community Development Department. Responsibilities include documenting and initiating code enforcement cases; preparing and issuing courtesy notices, violation notices and citations; and testifying in court on code enforcement cases as needed. The individual in this position will have or develop the ability to perform building permit plan reviews and inspections for residential accessory permit applications. This position works directly with property owners, architects, contractors, builders and residents to explain code requirements and answer code-related questions. While only one position is available, the Village will consider hiring at the more senior Code Professional II level based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent
Minimum of one year of experience in one or more of the following areas: property maintenance, code enforcement, building construction, building inspection, or a similar field
Ability to obtain ICC Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification within two years from the date of hire
Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner with customers in an enforcement context
A valid Illinois Vehicle Operator’s License

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Perform building and property maintenance inspections and code enforcement work.
Document and initiate code enforcement cases.
Prepare and issue courtesy notices, violation notices and citations.
Testify in court on code enforcement cases as needed.
Perform building permit plan reviews and inspections for residential accessory permit applications.
Work directly with property owners, architects, contractors, builders and residents to explain code requirements and answer code-related questions.