Code Enforcement Officer

The Hiring range for this position is: $25.13-$31.42/Hourly

The initial review of applications will begin February 26, 2026. ** This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Code Enforcement Officers. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and their qualifications match the position's needs. ** 

Candidates selected for this role ​must undergo a background investigation and fingerprinting.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT

The Code Enforcement Officer performs interior and exterior inspections of commercial buildings, structures, multi-family complexes, residential properties, and developed and undeveloped land to ensure compliance with municipal codes and ordinances relating to public nuisances, zoning, trash, weeds, signs, housing standards, and other duties for the Housing and Community Services Department.

Housing and Community Services Department consists of six divisions: Neighborhood Support, Animal Services, Housing and Community Development, Community Engagement, Homeless and Behavioral Health Program and Intervention Programs The mission of the Housing and Community Services Department is to maintain community appearance and enhance the quality of life in Aurora’s neighborhoods. This is accomplished through a combination of community outreach, education, code enforcement, and numerous neighborhood improvement programs and services. The staff is dedicated to forming partnerships with neighborhoods, community members, and community groups to strengthen and enhance both the social fabric and physical aspects of Aurora neighborhoods

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

Inspection /Compliance Duties

• Interprets and enforces City codes and ordinances pertaining to zoning, housing, building, and planning

• Researches property ownership 

• Schedules and performs detailed inspections through the Multi-Family Systematic Housing Inspection Program (Aurora Health and Housing Code - Chapter 22, Article XV) to maintain or achieve minimum housing standards 

• Coordinates and performs inspections of rental properties to ensure compliance with general housing, electrical, plumbing, and structural maintenance requirements

• Issues Notices of Violation and makes contact with homeowners and businesses 

• Performs site plan inspections and reviews, reads and interprets maps and plans 

• Conducts investigations, including occupancy violations and illegal businesses 

• Prepares electronic records and reports pertaining to abatements, court actions, daily activities, enforcement actions and inspections 

• Compiles documentation for and issues summonses to municipal court 

•  Testifies in municipal court

• Photographs and documents evidence of violations

• Performs other related duties as assigned

Community/Communication Duties

• Attends neighborhood meetings to discuss and educate community members  and businesses about City codes

• Participates in conflict resolution procedures to resolve neighborhood disputes 

• Responds to  communitymembersconcerns and complaints, including City Council requests 

• Gives presentations to neighborhood associations 

• Acts as a liaison between community memebrs and other City departments for City services and actions

Other Duties and responsibilities

• Occasional weekend work, required to be on-call occasionally, on weekends and after hours, as needed 

• May perform additional duties as assigned 

Education:  

• High School Diploma or GED 

Experience:  

• At least one (1) year of experience in enforcement-related fieldwork including investigating allegations, conducting research, and resolving complaints, concerns, or conflicts 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Colorado Association of Code Enforcement (CACEO) Basic and Advanced Certifications

• OC Pepper Spray and RCB certification required to carry device at all levels or obtain within 6 months

Knowledge:

• General building, construction & housing practices, standards, procedures, and requirements 

• Dispute resolution techniques and methods

• Personal computers and software applications

• Inspections require general knowledge of building structures, electrical, plumbing, heating, hot water heaters, fire regulations, egress windows, lighting, and occupancy standards

Skills:  

• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills 

• Technical/computer skills