Overnight Building Code Inspector Jobs in Illinois

Job Title Code Enforcement Supervisor

Reports To Director of Building & Zoning

Positions Supervised Housing Code Inspector, Building Code Inspector, Secretarial Staff

CODE ENFORCEMENT SUPERVISOR's role within the big picture of the City's overall success.

The Code Enforcement Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the City of Alton's property maintenance, building code, and nuisance code enforcement operations. This position ensures compliance with City ordinances to protect the health, safety, and quality of life of residents, businesses, and visitors. The Supervisor directs daily inspection activities, manages complaint investigations, issues citations, coordinates abatement actions, and provides leadership and training to enforcement staff. This role contributes to maintaining safe neighborhoods, promoting community pride, and supporting the City's long-term development goals.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Education

• High school graduation or GED required. An Associate's Degree in a related field or a Bachelor's Degree is preferred; however, five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in code enforcement, inspection, or municipal government may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience

• A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience is also required, including direct responsibility for leading a team of three (3) or more employees. Supervisory experience must include staff oversight, work assignment, performance management, and enforcement of policies and procedures."

Certifications

• Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification (ICC), Zoning Inspector Certification, or the ability to obtain within 18 months of hire. Training in conflict resolution, zoning administration, community development, or environmental health is desirable.

Licensing

• Valid Illinois driver's license required.

Residency

• Employees may establish & maintain their principal residence in Illinois: Madison County, Jersey County, St. Clair County, Macoupin County, Missouri: St. Louis County, St. Charles County

CODE ENFORCEMENT SUPERVISOR functions include but are not limited to the following.

Supervision and Leadership:

• Provides direction, training, and evaluation of code enforcement staff to ensure consistent and effective performance.

Inspection and Enforcement:

• Oversees and conducts inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions to ensure compliance with property maintenance, zoning, and nuisance codes.

Community Engagement and Communication:

• Responds to citizen complaints, educates the public on code requirements, and represents the City at meetings and hearings.

Administration and Reporting:

• Maintains accurate case files, prepares reports, and assists with ordinance updates and policy improvements.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensures staff adhere to safety standards, legal requirements, and departmental procedures in all enforcement activities.

Interdepartmental Coordination:

• Works closely with police, fire, health, and public works departments to address overlapping enforcement and compliance concerns.

Case Management:

• Reviews, assigns, and monitors code violation cases to ensure timely resolution and proper documentation.

Legal and Court Proceedings:

• Coordinates with legal staff to prepare evidence, testify in court, and support prosecution of code violations.

Budget and Resources:

• Assists in preparing budgets, monitors expenditures, and ensures resources are allocated effectively for enforcement operations.

Staff Development:

• Identifies training needs, promotes professional growth, and ensures staff maintain required certifications.

Technology and Data Management

• Utilizes enforcement software, mobile devices, and digital tools to track cases and improve workflow efficiency.

Program Development

• Recommends and implements new programs, strategies, and outreach initiatives to improve community compliance and neighborhood quality.

The individual in this role is expected to contribute to the team's efforts by completing other related tasks as needed.

Success Framework. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role.

• Knowledge of municipal codes, zoning regulations, and property maintenance standards.
• Knowledge of investigation techniques, due process, and legal procedures for code enforcement.
• Knowledge of building, environmental health, and safety practices.
• Skill in conflict resolution, mediation, and de-escalation techniques.
• Skill in supervising, motivating, and evaluating employees.
• Skill in preparing clear, concise written reports and documentation.
• Skill in interpreting and applying codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Ability to work independently in the field while managing a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, staff, and elected officials.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in confrontational or stressful situations.

Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• Building Department Software, Microsoft Office, Madison County Property Database, GIS, City Vehicle, digital cameras, measuring devices, safety equipment (vests, gloves, masks), and general office equipment.

Work Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• May occasionally be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.

* Physical Abilities. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time.
• Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement.
• Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push, and reach.
• Work requires the ability to climb and balance.
• Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.
• Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.
• Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Must be able to lift up to 5
• Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.

*The City of Alton offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, and employees may be required to comply with the changes.