CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
About the role
Working under the direction of the Senior Code Enforcement Officer, the Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for carrying out inspections as well as investigating violations of the local ordinances and the RI Property Management Code. The person in this position will be able to determine the presence of health hazards, nuisance violations, unsafe building conditions and blighted property conditions. The person in this position must communicate code violations, property conditions and required corrective actions with property owners, City residents, real estate agents, contractors and department personnel.
Responsibilities
- Carry out inspections of properties
- Investigate violations of local ordinances and the RI Property Management Code
- Determine presence of health hazards, nuisance violations, unsafe building conditions, and blighted property conditions
- Communicate code violations, property conditions, and required corrective actions to property owners, residents, real estate agents, contractors, and department personnel
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Four (4) years of experience in a construction field (e.g., plumbing, electrical, carpentry)
- College training in a construction-related field may substitute for experience
- Knowledge of the principles and practices for enforcement of regulatory codes pertaining to municipal law
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Benefits
The City of Woonsocket offers a competitive benefit and compensation package.
Pay
Salary Range: $926.67/week to $1,006.79/week
Schedule
Hours of Work: 40-hour per week
Application Deadline: Friday, October 9, 2026. Examination Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Location: Woonsocket City Hall, Second Floor Conference Room, 169 Main Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895.
About Woonsocket: A City that upholds forward thinking principles for both employees and residents. Located in Rhode Island's Blackstone Valley, the City of Woonsocket is a vibrant, urban community and is surrounded by the growing suburban communities of Lincoln, Cumberland and North Smithfield, and boasts a positive business climate where City officials and the business community work together to build a strong economy. Woonsocket is centrally located in the Boston/Worcester/Providence triangle, and home to CVS Corporation, a Fortune 500 company.