Code Compliance Inspector (Planning - Code Enforcement)

Position Overview

The City of Albuquerque is seeking a dedicated Code Compliance Inspector to perform thorough investigations and inspections of city properties and businesses, ensuring adherence to land use codes, business licenses, and property maintenance regulations. This role involves regular fieldwork, interaction with property and business owners, preparation of detailed compliance reports, and collaboration with other city departments to maintain community standards.

Key Job Functions

• Conduct on-site inspections of both occupied and vacant properties to evaluate compliance with city ordinances, including land use, business registration, and maintenance codes.
• Interpret and analyze structural and site plans, as well as supporting documentation, to identify compliance issues.
• Investigate community complaints related to potential code violations; educate property and business owners about the steps required to achieve compliance.
• Prepare comprehensive case reports encompassing relevant details, photographs, historical data, and represent the city in legal proceedings for persistent violations.
• Research property records to determine legal ownership, zoning, and applicable ordinances.
• Issue formal notifications and follow-up communications to address deficiencies or non-compliance, including setting deadlines for corrective actions.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in inspection codes and relevant regulations in designated inspection areas.
• Present code compliance guidelines and standards to the public, acting as a resource for the community.
• Serve as a liaison among city departments, property owners, and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate documentation and databases related to citations, inspections, and violation follow-up.
• Testify in judicial or administrative hearings regarding city code compliance issues as needed.
• Support initiatives such as the Albuquerque Weed & Anti-Litter Ordinance and the Business Registration/License Ordinance.

Supplemental Duties

• Attend industry-related group meetings and stay informed of new code compliance, inspection, and building technologies and ordinances.
• Participate in ongoing professional development through meetings, seminars, and training programs.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution is required; relevant experience may substitute year-for-year for education requirements.
• At least two years of direct experience in fields such as property/code enforcement, construction/building inspection or management, zoning enforcement, or housing inspection and maintenance.
• Previous government experience is an advantage.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid New Mexico driver's license by date of hire.
• Obtain a City Operator's Permit within six months of employment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Role involves office and field work, including travel between sites and exposure to varying weather and challenging environments.
• Job tasks may require kneeling, stooping, crawling, walking, or standing for extended periods, and the operation of motor vehicles.
• Use of protective equipment (e.g., hard hats, high-visibility apparel, masks, respirators) as situation demands.