Code Enforcement Specialist (Planning - Housing Code Enforcement)

Code Enforcement Specialist (Planning - Housing Code Enforcement)

Salary

$51,043.20 - $56,264.00 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2601045

Department

Planning

Division

PL-Housing Code Enforce

Opening Date

05/04/2026

Closing Date

5/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

MP

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Position Summary

Perform residential and commercial property inspections, vacant lot surveys, and weed and litter inspections, to ensure compliance of the Citys zoning codes, ordinances, regulations, and land-use requirements; conduct field investigations to identify corrective action steps required to achieve zoning compliance; communicate with property owners, developers and/or contractors; issue notifications regarding code violations, and provide methods to achieve compliance; may attend court related matters, and work independently with a variety of professionals within the construction industry, to enforce code requirements and resolve non-compliance issues; review, analyze and interpret construction and site plans, business applications and registrations; draft recommendations for condemnation of unsafe or hazardous dwellings; and perform a variety of administrative tasks to support upper level management.

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

ESSENTIAL 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.

• Investigate and inspect reported and observed violations of residential and commercial zoning codes, or related ordinances to ensure compliance with uniform building, mechanical, electrical or sanitary codes and ordinances.
• Investigate and inspect reports of hazardous or unsanitary conditions of residential or commercial properties, weed and litter violations, and identify any methods or repairs that may be needed; confirm that sufficient modifications to lots, buildings or structures have been made during subsequent inspections.
• Enforce city-land use requirements, zoning codes and related ordinances through inspections, surveys and field investigations of residential and commercial properties, to include vacant lots, for compliance of all applicable City zoning codes and ordinances, and issue appropriate notifications regarding zoning code violations, when appropriate.
• Perform building inspections for residential and commercial properties, to determine compliance with applicable building codes, ordinances, and regulations; and, determine whether certain properties are safe for residential occupancy or require condemnation; identify repairs needed and/or actions necessary to achieve compliance, issue appropriate notification regarding code violations and seek to resolve matters related to applicable code standards, working with owner(s), developers, contractors, property managers and maintenance staff to ensure compliance.
• Recommend alterations to construction activities and/or issue correction or stop-work notices for projects violating the zoning code; issue related citations as necessary; seek to resolve violations and related enforcement actions in a timely and efficient manner.
• Review and examine plans of commercial and residential construction projects for compliance with applicable zoning code requirements, including but not limited to, use, setback, area, height, landscaping and parking standards; approve or disapprove plans, identify code deficiencies, clarify and make recommendations for compliance.
• Perform research to determine property ownership and responsibility; respond to public inquiries regarding proposed developments and permitting requirements; provide information and assistance on code enforcement policies, procedures and regulations.
• Communicate and work with developers, contractors, apartment managers and maintenance staff to maintain code requirements and resolve problems relating to code compliance, providing related information to enforcement agencies including City of Albuquerque Legal Department, Police Department, Fire Department, Environmental Health Department and neighborhood groups.
• Distribute, post and/or serve clear and concise notifications pertaining to actions or methods needed to achieve code compliance.
• Prepare and present materials for court prosecution of code violations; may testify in court on behalf of the City regarding code violations; and provide information to contractors, architects, attorneys, court administrators, and property owners regarding the interpretation of applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Review and evaluate business applications and registrations for compliance with City zoning code and related ordinances; approve or deny applications.
• Establish and maintain detailed records; prepare reports and recommendations for condemnation of dwellings with substandard living conditions; explain and support recommendations to higher level staff; attend City Council condemnation case hearings.
• May conduct weekend or night inspections when needed; and may attend weekend or night meetings as needed.
• Perform a variety of tasks and provide administrative support to upper level management.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain awareness of new inspection codes, building codes, zoning codes and ordinances; and provide interpretation of applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.

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

Five (5) years of experience in any combination of the following areas:

• property or code enforcement
• building construction
• construction management
• zoning enforcement to include inspections involving investigating and interpreting code and ordinance violations
• housing inspection, management and maintenance

One (1) year experience in Government preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

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

Possess and maintain an appropriate valid housing code certificate issued by the International Code Council (ICC), or possess and maintain certification acceptable to the State of New Mexico as a Building Inspector within ninety (90) days from date of hire as a Code Enforcement Specialist.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Field and office environment; travel from site to site; exposure to computer screens, heat, cold, dust, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for kneeling, stooping, crawling, walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; moderate lifting.

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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01

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

02

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

03

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

04

Do you possess one (1) year experience in government?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV