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Please complete the application and upload your resume by June 5, 2026. This posting will remain active until the application deadline. The City of Markham is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE\nQUALIFICATIONS:\n\nHigh School Diploma or GED required\nMust possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.\nMinimum of one (1) year of experience or demonstrated knowledge of building codes, zoning laws, city ordinances and safety regulations\nAbility to obtain the Internation Code Council (ICC) certification(s) within 1 year time frame","company":"Cityofmarkha","rawCompany":"cityofmarkha","city":"Markham","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-06T16:25:03.210Z","occupations":[{"code":"47-4011.00","title":"Construction and Building Inspectors","slug":"construction-and-building-inspectors"},{"code":"13-1041.00","title":"Compliance Officers","slug":"compliance-officers"},{"code":"33-2021.00","title":"Fire Inspectors and Investigators","slug":"fire-inspectors-and-investigators"}],"industries":[{"code":"925120","title":"Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development","slug":"administration-of-urban-planning-and-community-and-rural-development"},{"code":"922190","title":"Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities","slug":"other-justice-public-order-and-safety-activities"},{"code":"541350","title":"Building Inspection Services","slug":"building-inspection-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER","description":"CITY OF MARKHAM\nOne Team, One Vision, One Goal\nJOB POSTING\nJOB TITLE: Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer\nREPORTS TO: Code Supervisor\nDEPARTMENT: Building & Housing\nSTATUS: Full- Time\nFLSA: Exempt\nJOB DESCRIPTION:\nUnder general supervision, enforces City codes and ordinances concerning zoning, property maintenance, health and safety, and nuisance violations, while providing information and assistance to residents, businesses, and City departments.\nRESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nProcess and respond to residents and department complaints/ inquires (phone, email, in-person)\nProvide customer service and assist with case management for code enforcement\nPatrol City areas and issue warnings and tickets for ordinance violations\nAppear in court and provide testimony as needed\nManage caseloads, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines\nConduct permit audits (sale permits, general permits)\nCoordinate derelict car program and vacant house audits\nMaintain positive public relations with residents and staff\nEnsure confidentiality of City information\nPerform additional duties as assigned\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:\n\nKnowledge of building codes, zoning laws, city ordinances, and safety regulations\nAbility to conduct detailed inspections of residential and municipal properties and identify code violations and safety concerns\nAbility to accurately document inspection findings, prepare written reports, and maintain detailed records of violations and corrective actions\nAbility to interpret and enforce applicable building codes, ordinances, and regulations to ensure compliance with City standards\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS:\n\nOccasional walking, climbing, kneeling, and lifting (up to 25 lbs.)\nAbility to work in various weather conditions\nRequires close vision and focus adjustment\nQUALIFICATIONS:\n\nHigh School Diploma or GED required\nMust possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.\nMinimum of one (1) year of experience or demonstrated knowledge of building codes, zoning laws, city ordinances and safety regulations\nAbility to obtain the Internation Code Council (ICC) certification(s) within 1 year time frame\nSALARY RANGE:\n40,000-42,000 annually\nBENEFITS OFFERED: Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, (STD) Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, Holidays and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)\nHOW TO APPLY:\nEmployee applications are available on the City of Markham website www.cityofmarkham.net. Please complete the application and upload your resume by June 5, 2026. This posting will remain active until the application deadline. 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