Definition

This posting is also an internal, promotional opportunity for which current employees are considered first under state law. Current employees must apply under the promotional job posting by the applicable deadline. Those applying under this external posting will not be considered.

Starting hourly rate | $28.36 July 2025 | $29.20 6 Months | $29.93

Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty inspecting housing for code violations, making inspections for environmental, zoning and sanitary code violations and prepares official correspondence ordering appropriate action to ensure compliance with code requirements, prepares work orders and assigns work to crews to perform corrective action, and cites citizens for non-compliance; performs related work as required.

The City of Davenport offers a comprehensive benefit package. The cost for a family plan for medical, dental, vision and prescription is only $98.61 per month for 2025 and starts on first day of employment.

The City Also Offers

Iowa Public Employee’s Retirement Pension plan
457 Deferred Compensation – The City will contribute 2.75% of the employee’s income to his/her 457 account if the employee contributes at least 1% (applicable to AFSCME)
13 paid holidays
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program

Examples Of Duties

Inspects interior and exterior of single and multiple family dwellings; identifies code violations related to maintenance, structural conditions and utility systems. Uses a broad knowledge of building construction, plumbing, electrical and mechanical codes, as well as fire safety, public health and property laws to rate conditions observed.

Inspects the area surrounding the point of solid waste collection including solid waste containers, alley, street, yard, and right-of-way; and the yard area surrounding dwellings and other buildings to identify regulation violations and code violations related to solid waste collection and disposal. Uses a broad knowledge of solid waste regulations and codes, as well as safety, public health and property laws to rate the conditions observed;

Receives and investigates complaints about health, safety, zoning, and solid waste regulations; identifies code violations on private and public property; inspects location of violations; explains code violations and application of the law; attempts to obtain compliance with the law; prepares official correspondence ordering corrective action; establishes time frame for compliance; re-inspects locations to ensure code compliance; writes civil citations for non-compliance.

Meets with homeowners, tenants, and community groups; advises of the objectives of the inspection program; discusses the general conditions of property; explains code requirements and enforcement process.

Receives and investigates complaints about dwelling conditions, assesses tenant needs, and aids in relocation when required, posts notices of condemnation when structure does not meet standards or substandard conditions have not been corrected.

Conducts research of public records to locate property owners; prepares official correspondence relative to violations cited detailing corrective action required and time frame for compliance; conducts surveys as directed to locate and identify problem areas.

Develops and prepares reports and records; keeps permanent record of inspections made and corrective action taken by entering inspection information into computerized file systems. Develops and maintains recordkeeping systems to record inspections, activities, violations, and corrective action taken.

Uses judgment to determine proper application of fines for non-compliant property owners and citizens; assists the City Attorney in the preparation of legal cases initiated as a result of non-compliance with code requirements; writes citations; appears as a witness at hearing and in court.

Qualifications

High school diploma and four years of responsible experience in the building construction trades, home inspection, environmental inspection, public relations or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Must have ability to handle difficult people and situations successfully.

Police background and reference check required.

Must possess and maintain throughout duration of employment a valid driver's license.

Obtain and maintain certification through the International Code Council, American Association of Code Enforcement, as a property maintenance housing inspector or equivalent within six (6) months of employment and maintain throughout duration of employment as a Code Enforcement Officer II.

Must reside in Iowa or Illinois within two (2) years of hire date and maintain residency throughout duration of employment.

Knowledge and Skills

Considerable Knowledge Of

Principles and practices of building construction, building maintenance, environmental and health conditions.

Good Knowledge Of

Geography of the City.

Computer programs related to data entry, reporting, and text.

Considerable Skill In

Interpreting and enforcing regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.

Recognizing unsafe conditions in building construction, property maintenance, electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, fire safety, and recognizing health hazards and other code violations.

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with property owners, the public and city officials.

Oral, written and electronic communications.

Working Skill In

Maintaining written and electronic records and preparing reports.

Computer entry.

Assigning, inspecting and checking work of department employees and private contractors.

Ability to originate work schedule and follow up inspection process to completion.

Benefits For Full-Time Employees

Health insurance, including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug
Pension
457 retirement plan contributions
Retirement health savings plan contributions
Flexible spending accounts
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Long-term disability

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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent?

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

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This posting is also an internal, promotional opportunity for which current employees are considered first under state law. Do you understand, if you are a current employee, you must apply under the promotional job posting by the applicable deadline to be considered for the promotional opportunity?

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Does your application include experiences, certifications, and/or driver's license information which would demonstrate that you meet ALL required minimum qualifications for this position as listed in the job posting? In describing your experience, please be clear and specific, we will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Omission of this information may result in your elimination from the process.

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