Inspector Code Enforcement 2026

About the role

This is a position within the Development Services department that reports to the Code Enforcement Manager.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections necessary to enforce the city codes and zoning ordinances.
• Inspects existing residential buildings for structural, safety and other hazards, citing corrections that must be made to bring structure into compliance with city housing codes and zoning ordinance;
• Oversees and checks remedial actions and recommends changes as necessary.
• Condemns unsafe structures which jeopardize public health, safety and welfare; notifies tenants when to vacate; and occasionally assists tenants in relocation to public housing.
• Prepares demolition orders and provides Municipal Court with evidence, testimony and recommendations for action.
• Directs demolition of condemned structures as ordered by Municipal Court.
• Maintains and updates computer and hard copy records of actions taken and other related activities.
• Prepares and sends written reports, letters and other correspondence to property owners to resolve violations or complaints.
• Interprets and explains building and zoning ordinances, codes, and regulations to builders, contractors, homeowners, and the public.
• Collaborates with appropriate city/BLW staff inspectors including Fire and Building department personnel for commercial inspections.
• Sends inspection results to property owner and notifies of actions to be taken.
• Responds to citizen complaints by conducting field investigations of unsanitary or overgrown conditions on vacant lots or grounds around buildings, junked cars, and other related violations.
• Notifies the Police department for enforcement of vagrancy and criminal or drug related activities.
• Contacts persons responsible for violations and gives notices to discontinue, remove or correct problems that are in violation of city ordinances and zoning requirements.
• Performs a limited Title search to locate property owners as needed.
• Performs follow-up inspections to ensure that required improvements have been made.
• Enforces city sign ordinances, which includes making inspections, and issuing citations.
• Provides records, testimony and other related evidence of unresolved violations before Municipal Court and City Council hearings as needed.
• Keeps up to date with new housing and code enforcement regulations and city ordinances.
• Affords assistance in providing information for City Council and other city officials involved in creating new ordnances.
• Attends community, public, zoning and other meetings as needed.
• Affords assistance in training new employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• A minimum of 5 years related code enforcement experience in housing and/or zoning code enforcement and must have International Codes Congress (ICC) Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certifications or must obtain within the working test period.
• Certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• A valid Class C Georgia driver’s license and a satisfactory driving history.
• Knowledge of approved methods and materials used in building construction.
• Ability to use a PC and skill using MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and other related applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to enforce city and zoning codes firmly, tactfully, and with impartiality.
• Thorough knowledge of Standard Housing Codes, city and county zoning regulations and the ability to interpret these appropriately.
• Ability to recognize violations or potential violations of codes and ordinances to recommend their correction.
• Ability to perform a limited Title searches to determine or locate property owners.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, building owners, tenants, and the public.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of approved methods and materials used in building construction.
• Ability to use a PC and skill using MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and other related applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to enforce city and zoning codes firmly, tactfully, and with impartiality.
• Thorough knowledge of Standard Housing Codes, city and county zoning regulations and the ability to interpret these appropriately.
• Ability to recognize violations or potential violations of codes and ordinances to recommend their correction.
• Ability to perform a limited Title searches to determine or locate property owners.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, building owners, tenants, and the public.