Wheaton, IL – Code Enforcement Officer

Salary: $66,950.00 Annually

Hours: Monday – Friday – 8:00a.m. – 4:30p.m.

Department: Building and Zoning Department

We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Code Enforcement Officer for the DuPage County Building and Zoning Department.

DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities include:

• Investigates zoning, building, and drainage complaints and inspects structures during various stages of construction for conformance with County ordinances and building and zoning codes
• Contacts persons responsible for violations and issues notice to discontinue, remove or alter conditions which conflict with zoning, building, and drainage regulations.
• Prepares investigative documentation, including photographs required to support findings
• Maintains on-going surveillance of assigned area for zoning/code compliance
• Represents the County in court and adjudication hearings regarding violation cases submitted for prosecution
• Performs record search to determine accuracy of data such as location, ownership, district and legal description
• Performs drainage and fill inspections
• Inspects signs and fences for compliance with specifications
• Issues vehicle violation notices and arranges for towing of vehicles
• Prepares daily reports

Requirements include the following experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience:

• Completion of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma equivalent
• Three (3) years’ experience in the fields of zoning, code enforcement, engineering, or related field
• Must possess and maintain in good standing a valid Illinois driver’s license

A pre-employment background check is required.