Code Compliance Inspector (Planning - Code Enforcement)

Code Compliance Inspector (Planning - Code Enforcement)

Salary

$47,132.80 - $51,043.20 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2601296

Department

Planning

Division

PL-Housing Code Enforce

Opening Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

MP

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Position Summary

Perform field investigations of City land-use to assess code compliance, business registration/license, and property maintenance ordinances; perform field inspections of occupied and vacant properties for possible code violations; issue notifications for all code violations; coordinate assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to thefunctions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of thejob with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Conduct detailed field investigations to assess compliance with City ordinances; to include land use, business registrations/licenses, and property maintenance, for both occupied and vacant properties.
• Review, analyze, interpret structural plans, site plans, and documentation to assess code compliance and identify critical elements for field investigations; review, analyze and interpret data associated with business applications and registrations.
• Investigate requests regarding potential code violations, advising property and business owners on methods to achieve compliance with City codes, and providing clear explanations of applicable standards.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on cases, including history, facts, photos, and other relevant information; represent the City in court proceedings for non-compliance cases.
• Perform plans, property, and associated research to determine legal property descriptions, ownership details, and relevant ordinances.
• Issue notifications to property owners or contractors regarding deficiencies, provide final notices of non-compliance, set time limitations, and issue follow-up correspondence.
• Maintain awareness of new inspection codes and regulations within assigned area of inspection responsibility.
• Prepare and present code compliance guidelines, standards, laws, and regulations to the public; advise property and business owners on the methods necessary to bring properties into compliance.
• Serve as liaison between various City Departments, the business community, property owners and the public.
• Maintain, documentation, databases, and records related to citations and violations ensuring compliance; prepare a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
• May appear and/or testify in court proceedings or hearings related to violations of City code compliance.
• Support Albuquerque Code Enforcement on various code compliance initiatives and issues; to include compliance of the Albuquerque Weed & Anti-Litter Ordinance, the Business Registration/License Ordinance, Clear Sight Triangle standards, and other applicable rules and regulations.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of code compliance, inspection codes, building codes and ordinances.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training programs.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associates degree from an accredited college or university; and

Two (2) years of experience in any combination of the following areas:

• Property or code enforcement
• Building construction
• Construction management
• Zoning enforcement to include inspections involving investigations, interpreting code, and ordinance violations
• Housing inspection, management, and maintenance

Experience in government preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by the date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from the date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office and construction site environment; travel from site to site; exposure to computer screens, heat, cold, inclement weather conditions; exposure to potentially hostile environments.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for kneeling, stooping, crawling, walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized vehicles. May require the use of personal protective equipment, such as hard hats, high-visibility clothing, masks, or respirators, depending on the inspection site conditions.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Do you possess experience in government?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

03

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

04

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

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Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV