Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Officer

JOB POSTING DATE

April 17, 2026

TITLE:

Property Maintenance Code Enforcement Officer

DEPARTMENT

Building Department HOURS:

40 Hours per week

SALARY:

$48,538.26

THE JOB:

This position is responsible for performing property maintenance inspections in order to ensure that business as well as property owners are in compliance with the Village's current codes and ordinances. The inspector will be assigned to a specific area of the Village to enforce property maintenance, ensure that properties are in compliance and help to maintain and improve Village neighborhood values. This person responds to residential complaints regarding public nuisance and safety issues.

JOB DUTIES

Performs inspections of homes and businesses both physically and visually by examining exterior of the structures for code compliance with building regulations and Village ordinances. Pursues all failed inspections to ensure code compliance. Completes inspection reports and maintains record logs on all inspections performed. Writes Property Maintenance Citations for exterior of structures not in compliance with International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) as well as Village Ordinances. For example; exterior not being maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition. Responds to residential complaints regarding homes not being maintained such as, tall grass, weeds, animal waste, and inoperable/dismantled vehicles stored on private property. Ensure that vacant properties and the lot are being maintained and helps residents understand notices of citations received. This position works 80% in the field driving a Village vehicle, and 20% in the office.

KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION

Minimum AA/AS in property management/maintenance. Must possess ICC Certification in Building Inspection/Property Maintenance. Must have experience in building and construction trades. Must have a driver's license in good standing.

SKILLS:

Minimum advanced level in MS Office Suite. Must have exceptional customer service skills to communicate with residents in a respectful manner. Bilingual skills are strongly preferred.

BENEFITS

Life, Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Retirement To be considered for this position, you must be at least 18 years of age and able to pass a drug test and background check. Please complete an Employment Application on this website, save it as a pdf or MS Word document, and send it, along with a resume to my email address at dwhite@villageoflansing.org. The Village of Lansing is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the Village does not discriminate in employment with regards to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. 3141 Ridge Road | Lansing, IL 60438 |

Phone:

708.895.7176 |

Fax:

708.832.4588 | www.villageoflansing.org