Inspector, Code Compliance (Nuisance)

Job Summary The Code Compliance Inspector position is responsible for the administration, education, and enforcement of compliance with City environmental health, safety and nuisance codes, regulations and ordinances. This is a civilian position with a specific police commission responsible for performing education, inspection, investigation, and enforcement functions to ensure compliance with City Municipal Code, Land Use Code (LUC), regulations, and ordinances in regard to nuisance concerns, and neighborhood livability issues within the City's neighborhoods and commercial properties. This position may also be cross trained in other departments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conducts proactive patrols and responds to complaints involving potential violations of municipal codes, land use regulations and related requirements to identify and address public health, safety, nuisance and neighborhood livability concerns.Inspects properties, sites, and other locations; investigates alleged violations; evaluates observations and available evidence; and determines appropriate compliance actions within established codes and delegated authority.Applies and interprets applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations to explain requirements, identify violations and determine appropriate corrective actions.Initiates and carries out enforcement actions, including issuing notices and civil or criminal citations when authorized and coordinating property correction or abatement through approved contractors when necessary.Educates property owners, tenants, developers, and other stakeholders on applicable requirements, explains violations and corrective actions and recommends solutions that promote voluntary compliance and prevent recurring issues.Documents inspections, investigations, evidence, communications, enforcement actions, and case outcomes in electronic case records to maintain an accurate history and support consistent enforcement and legal proceedings.Prepares case records, inspection reports, photographs and supporting documentation for court proceedings and provides testimony regarding observations, findings and enforcement actions when required.Communicates with residents, businesses, neighborhood groups, other agencies and City personnel to address compliance concerns, coordinate responses and resolve issues that cross organizational or jurisdictional boundaries.Applies conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques when addressing contentious situations, explaining enforcement decisions and working with individuals who may be resistant to compliance.Participates in community meetings, outreach activities and educational presentations to explain applicable regulations, clarify compliance expectations and promote community awareness.Coordinates and supports inspections, notifications and enforcement activities with other City functions to address issues requiring a collaborative response.Collects and documents observations and evidence, including passive property observations when assigned and authorized, to support investigations and compliance activities.Follows established safety procedures and maintains awareness of potential hazards when conducting field inspections and working around properties, vehicles and construction sites. This job description is a living document and may not be all-inclusive; employees are responsible for other duties as assigned.