Position Type:
Community Development/Property Maintenance Inspector
Date Posted:
7/17/2026
Location:
New Civic Center
Closing Date:
07/31/2026
$39.616 - $50.925/hourly
- Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, but in most cases is no higher than the midpoint for range.
NATURE OF WORK:
This position involves application and enforcement of Evanston housing codes in a fast-paced customer service-oriented environment. Inspectors encourage compliance by developing constructive relationships and educating residents and property owners. Property Maintenance Inspectors perform inspections on both commercial and residential properties throughout the City. Routine rental inspections are performed at regular intervals to ensure safe and adequate housing for residents. Additionally, the inspector will be assigned an area to regularly monitor for code violations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
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Must possess a High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in code enforcement or a similar area of expertise.
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Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
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Must possess an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
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Ability to lift medium weight objects, open and close building windows and doors, and apply pressure to building components as part of inspections.
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Ability to use and operate inspection tools and equipment.
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Ability to work indoors with possible exposure to human, animal and rodent fecal matter; rodents and pests; inadequate ventilation, lack of light, filth, and other unsanitary conditions.
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Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
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Ability to perform moderate manual work daily including sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and climbing.
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Ability to focus on small and distant objects, recognize depth of objects, stand for long periods of time, work outdoors at night with reduced lighting, speak, and hear.
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Ability to use machines, tools, equipment, and work aids of those commonly associated with this type of work, including, but not limited to, automobile, flashlight, room thermometer, cellular telephone, code books, tape recorder, personal computer, software, measuring devices, hammer, screw driver, awl, camera, electrical devices, and protection devices.
SUPERVISION:
Work is performed under the general direction of the Property Maintenance Supervisor. The employee uses judgment in determining code violations and the immediacy of the needed repairs. Instruction, verbal and written, is provided. Employees are responsible for completing work according to City work rules and safety regulations. Guidance is provided via the strategic plan, City Code, City policies and procedures, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations, ensuring that housing code initiatives are met. Work is evaluated on an ongoing basis with respect to progress toward achieving goals, communication skills, customer service, and ability to work productively and effectively with employees at all levels in the organization and the general public.
PUBLIC CONTACT:
The employee has daily contact with other City employees, property owners, agents, tenants, and contractors. Employees will work with other departments in the course of inspections which may include Police, Fire and Health as well as other Departments or Divisions.
SELECTION METHOD
TYPE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST
LIFE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST
Structured Oral Interview
2 Years
To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date.
Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying preemployment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.
The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-866-5095 (TTY).
