Code Enforcement Inspector (Community Development)

About the role

The Village of Schaumburg is seeking a dedicated and self-motivated Code Enforcement Inspector to join the Community Development team. This role is crucial for maintaining the safety, appearance, and quality of life within the community.

Job Duties

• Understand and apply the code of ordinances and any adopted codes and ordinances for effective enforcement of departmental procedures.
• Issue various warning notices, tickets, and citations as directed, involving violations of the code of ordinances, and/or other related adopted ordinances and codes.
• Identify and submit related code sections of code violations in written form and maintain files of logs of written reports, letters, memorandums, inspection findings, and incoming/outgoing correspondence.
• Investigate complaints regarding licenses, property maintenance, and related issues and perform inspections as required.
• Contact and notify responsible parties involved, and resolve said code infractions to achieve code compliance.
• Provide technical assistance, correspondence, and/or notices to the general public and Village personnel regarding the Village of Schaumburg Code of Ordinances.
• Organize daily work schedule and complete designated or scheduled inspections and/or assignments.
• Manage an inspection schedule for certain properties in the village and provide progress reports to the Code Enforcement Supervisor regularly.
• Prepare and submit related documentation and appear in court as necessary or as directed to testify regarding tickets issued, code hearings, and any other related issues.
• Conduct office plan/drawing review as required for discrepancies with Village adopted codes and/or ordinances and review job site plans/drawings, such as site plans, plats, building façade drawings, or architectural floor plans, for any discrepancy or deviation from Village approved plans/drawings.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in general studies with course work in code inspection, building inspection, construction technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of two years of experience in a position involving customer service and customer complaint investigation skills.
• Code enforcement or inspection experience is preferred.
• Certification in Property Maintenance and Housing Inspection with the International Code Council or equivalent preferred, or ability to obtain within one year from the date of hire.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency with current computer technology, job-specific software, and customer service systems.

Benefits

• Flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.
• Paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, succession development, and more.

About the Village of Schaumburg

The Village of Schaumburg employs approximately 600 employees in 12 departments, including police, fire, engineering and public works, communications, community development, cultural services, economic development, finance, general government, human resources, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be. Our Core Values are customer service, integrity, respect, teamwork, and trust.

Selection Process

• The candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, and other job-related testing or verifications.
• Chosen candidates will be subject to background checks and a criminal history investigation.
• The top candidate will need to successfully complete the post-offer qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).
• Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to complete the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at 847-923-3900.
• The Village of Schaumburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.