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

Benefits:

This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union.  As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Paid Leave.

To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit the DuPage County Website.

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.