Code Compliance Officer

Salary

$28.35 - $42.09 Hourly

Location

Goodyear, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

FY2600633

Division

Development Services

Department

Development Services

Opening Date

01/27/2026

Closing Date

2/10/2026 4:00 PM Arizona

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Description Summary

This position oversees field inspection of existing residential, commercial and industrial properties and structures. Monitors and enforces a variety of applicable City codes, ordinances and regulations of private and public properties related to zoning, land use, building, nuisance ordinances, property maintenance, housing safety, environmental safety, and other codes as assigned. Responsible for investigating violations, resolves compliance matters with solutions, alternatives, and resources to the public with the goal of achieving compliance in an expedited manner, and initiates procedures to abate a violation and obtain compliance. Provides education and community awareness to residents, businesses, associations, and community groups as part of the Code Compliance’s citizen outreach and education efforts. Responsible for performing related duties as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Code Compliance Manager, and the Code Compliance Field Supervisor as assigned. Work schedule may vary subject to Department needs.

The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months experience as a code compliance officer, able to work in the field , demonstrate the ability to interpret and enforce applicable codes, ordinances, and policies fairly and consistently.

At The City Of Goodyear, You Will Be a Part Of An Organization That Values Its Employees As Its Greatest Asset. You Will Become Part Of a Dedicated Team Of Professionals That Are Committed To Build And Maintain a Highly Engaged Workforce. You Will Be Challenged To Learn And Grow In An Environment That Values Employee Development And Career-building. You Will Thrive In a Culture Of Innovation. We Believe That Successful Employees Are Those That Possess These Six Core Values

Adaptability - Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism – Innovation

Only a limited number of the most qualified applicants meeting the City's requirements will be invited for an interview. The examination process for this position will consist of a panel interview. All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email- please monitor your junk/spam email for communication as it will come from a system generated source.

Essential Functions

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.

• Enforces property maintenance and rental codes, zoning, and local ordinances by inspecting developed and vacant parcels, including the interior and exterior of buildings/structures for structural defects, by issuing notice to repair, encouraging the responsible party to remove or correct violations, and continually monitoring properties for repeat violations.
• Works resourcefully with citizens and property owners in order to achieve a high level of voluntary compliance. Mediates disputes and negotiates solutions to resolve instances of non-compliance.
• Maintains administrative duties by preparing forms and letters advising owners and tenants of violations and time requirements, preparing and maintaining inspection and related reports, ascertaining and verifying property ownership, verifying the accuracy of reports, verifying the correction of violations, and explaining the requirements of housing standards and ordinances to property owners, building contractors and other interested parties.
• Work cooperatively with other City departments and research information with internal departments, state, county, federal, and utility agencies to aid in the investigation of code violations and to promote voluntary compliance.
• Prepares correspondence, staff reports, and technical documents to communicate violations and code compliance issues to responsible parties, homeowners, business owners, property management companies, elected officials, and staff.
• Performs related duties by conducting various inspections including difficult, complex, or unusual inspections, collecting and preparing evidence for court, scheduling hearing dates, issuing summons, attending pre-court hearings, acting as a court monitor, testifying in court, documenting and reporting the results of hearings, and attending training.
• Incorporates innovative community engagement strategies to identify and address situations of hardship or other extenuating circumstances to achieve compliance.
• Performs public services by representing the department and division at civic league meetings, and interdepartmental meetings, participating in neighborhood enhancement projects and other forums to promote and explain objectives and referring issues to the appropriate division, department, or agency.
• Performs general office duties to include code case data entry, conducting research, answering phone calls and emails, tracking certified mail notices, and issuing postal mail notices.
  
  

Requirements

• Formal Education/Knowledge: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.
• Experience: Minimum one year experience in a related field.
• Certifications and Other Requirements: Valid Driver's License and AACE Certification in either zoning or property maintenance (must be obtained within 12 months from date of hire)
• Reading: Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Writing: Work requires the ability to write research and reports, letters to citizens, concise synopsis of data, meeting notes, general correspondence, memorandums and letters.
• Managerial: Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others but may provide advice/direction to an employee with less experience/skill or tenure.
• Policy/Decision Making: Moderate - The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. More complex work as well as decisions with more significant impacts may be reviewed prior to being finalized.
• Technical Skills: Comprehensive Application - Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills: Moderate - Interactions may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Contacts may also involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions.
  
  

12 Month Objectives

• Achieve proficiency in the Code Compliance Case Application (Accela) and all related code compliance systems.
• Achieve proficiency in the Goodyear 311 / Q-Alert (Customer Reporting Service) system.
• Accurately utilize the case-tracking spreadsheet, ensuring data consistency and integrity across systems.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of applicable codes and ordinances, including the ability to read, interpret, and enforce them in accordance with established procedures.
• Consistently apply proper enforcement processes in compliance with legal and departmental standards.
• Work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Work independently, exercise sound judgment, and engage Goodyear residents with professionalism and respect.
• Analyze and resolve issues using logical, methodical problem-solving skills.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and proactively recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with the Code Enforcement team to develop and refine standard work procedures.
• Proactively propose ideas to enhance customer experience and address complex code enforcement challenges.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with supporting departments, including Neighborhood Services, Police, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation.
• Thoroughly and accurately document code case activity to support successful enforcement actions.
• Meet or exceed established case investigation workload expectations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of legal procedures related to code enforcement.
• Prepare clear, professional written reports, memoranda, and correspondence as required.
• Effectively prepare, document, and present cases for court proceedings when necessary.
• Obtain ICC certification in Property Maintenance or Zoning.
• Obtain ACEA Level 1 Code Enforcement Academy certification.
  
  

The City of Goodyear offers a highly competitive benefits package including:

• Vacation Leave: 14 days per year, increasing with longevity. Goodyear offers an enhanced vacation benefit of recognizing total years of service under all Arizona public retirement systems for accruing vacation.
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday the first full pay period of January
• Flexible Holiday: 24 hours per calendar year (prorated based on hire date)
• Health Insurance: Three health plans available to select from at a group rate
• Dental Insurance: Two dental plans available to select from at a group rate
• Vision Insurance: Available at a group rate
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
• Short Term Disability Insurance: City-paid coverage
• Cancer Benefit: City-paid coverage
• Life Insurance: City-paid insurance valued at twice the annual salary ($400,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employee's cost
• Longevity pay beginning at year six
• Tuition Assistance: $5,250 per calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite wellness center/clinic
• Access to the Goodyear Recreation Center
• Robust employee well-being program
• Free identify theft monitoring and protection with Aura
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: 2% city match (employee contributes 1%)
• Retirement Health Savings: $22.50 city contribution (employee contributes $12.50 per pay period)
• Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan with mandatory city and employee contributions currently at 12.00%. Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.
  
  

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• None
  
  

02

How many years of experience do you possess relating to the roles and responsibilities of this position?

• At least 1 year
• 2 - 3 years
• 4 years or more
• None
  
  

03

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

This position will require you to obtain the American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) Certification in either zoning and property maintenance within 12 months of hire. Do you understand this statement?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Please describe your experience as a code compliance officer?

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Do you have experience interpreting and enforcing municipal codes?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Please describe your experience interpreting and enforcing municipal codes.

08

Have you experienced a difficult code enforcement case or customer before?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Please describe a difficult code enforcement case or customer and how you resolved the matter.

10

Are you familiar with Kaizen or Continuous Improvement?

• Yes
• No
  
  

11

Please describe any experience where a process needed improvement and you facilitated the effort to improve the process.

12

Have you ever had to pivot from a case or inspection unexpectedly to work on another task?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Describe a time you were conducting an inspection or working a case and a you had to unexpectedly pivot from that task. How did you adapt?

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Employer City of Goodyear

Address 1900 N. Civic Square

Goodyear, Arizona, 85395

Website http://www.goodyearaz.gov