Seasonal Code Compliance Officer - Grass and Weeds

Imagine having the opportunity to work directly with residents, neighborhoods, and property owners to help keep our community livable, attractive, and safe. If you are looking for a seasonal position this Spring/Summer and enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and interacting with the public, you may be a great addition to our team. Make a difference with the City of Hutchinson.

The Seasonal Code Compliance Officer is responsible for inspecting properties, identifying violations related to overgrown grass and weeds, documenting cases, educating property owners and occupants, and assisting with enforcement of City ordinances and nuisance abatement procedures.

This position is ideal for someone who is observant, organized, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently in the field while providing professional customer service.

A Day in the Life

• Conducts inspections of residential, commercial, and vacant properties throughout the City to identify violations involving overgrown grass, weeds, and related nuisance vegetation.
• Responds to citizen complaints and proactively patrols assigned areas to locate potential violations.
• Documents property conditions through written notes, photographs, measurements or visual observations, and electronic records.
• Posts notices, prepares violation letters, and communicates compliance deadlines to property owners, tenants, or other responsible parties.
• Conducts re-inspections to verify compliance and determine whether additional enforcement action is necessary.
• Assists with issuing warnings, notices of violation, citations, or abatement referrals in accordance with City ordinances, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates with supervisors, contractors, and other City staff regarding mowing abatements, repeat violations, and case follow-up.
• Maintains accurate and organized case files suitable for administrative review, cost recovery, or court proceedings if necessary.
• Explains ordinance requirements and compliance expectations to the public in a professional, courteous, and consistent manner.
• Operates City vehicles, tablets, cameras, and other equipment used to perform inspections and maintain records.
• Performs all other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

What You'll Need for Success

• Education - High school diploma or GED.
• Experience - Prefer One or more years of similar or related experience in code enforcement, inspections, public contact, field operations, property maintenance, municipal services, or a related field is preferred.
• License - Must possess a valid Kansas driver's license.
• Other - Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Skills - Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, communicate effectively with the public, manage multiple cases, and maintain accurate records.
• Preferred Traits - Strong observation skills, sound judgment, professionalism, dependability, and the ability to work independently.

The City of Hutchinson employs over 400 employees that serve our community every day. City employees make Hutchinson a great place to live, work, and play. We take pride in our work and it shows. Come be a part of a workforce that makes a difference! We're always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.

City of Hutchinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

All employees will be asked to consent to background and drug screening prior to starting employment.