Code Enforcement Officer

Salary: $27.74 - $34.05 HourlyLocation : City Hall, 101 South George St, York, PAJob Type: FulltimeJob Number: 041426Department: Economic & Community DevelopmentOpening Date: 06/08/2026Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: NAFFCore Values of Mayor Walker's AdministrationStaff must exemplify and promote the following organizational values throughout all city operations:Transparency: Commit to open communication and accountability in every decision and action.Collaboration: Foster partnerships across departments and with the community to achieve shared goals.Communication: Ensure information flows effectively across all levels of government and to the public.Employee Engagement: Empower and support employees through recognition, inclusion, and professional development.Great Customer Service: Deliver timely, respectful, and high-quality service to all residents, businesses, and visitors.Professionalism : Demonstrate integrity, competence, and respect in all internal and external interactionsPosition SummaryThe purpose of this position is to maintain and improve the health and well-being and quality of life of all City residents. This is accomplished by enforcing laws, ordinances, and regulations; conducting inspections of restaurants, grocery stores, daycares, schools, food banks, market venders, convenience stores and grease interceptors; and ensuring that all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner. Other duties include investigating food establishment complaints and food borne illnesses; investigating complaints and nuisances that may endanger public health or violate the Property Maintenance Code; assisting with property maintenance training and enforcement as assigned; attending meetings as assigned; providing excellent customer service; maintaining inspection documents; and collaborating with other divisions, departments and bureaus in the enforcement and inspections of City buildings and properties.Essential FunctionsPerforms inspections for all food establishments with a current health license; performing re-inspections for non-compliant facilities; inspecting homes for unsanitary infestations, code violations or unfit conditions; performing grease interceptor inspections; and inspecting special events.Provides support to other divisions within the Bureau by training newly hired inspectors; filling in for absences; and participating in special details.Provides clerical support by filing documents; managing billing orders; preparing spreadsheets; entering inspections into State system; preparing various reports; filing citations; answering and returning phone calls; generating new licenses; documenting training of other inspectors; and maintaining documents of inspections and investigations.Provides customer service by consulting with prospective food owners and operators; consulting with public for complaints and/or health/code-related concerns; and walking through establishments prior to opening for a pre-inspection.Attends meetings and other duties as assigned.Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesStrong Attention to detail and accuracy to perform the job duties.Problem-solving and analytical skills.Interpersonal skillsAbility to understand and uphold regulations.ObservantGood written and verbal communication skills.Explain technical information to a non-technical audience.Minimum Acceptable Training and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalentOver five (5) years in health/code enforcement experience.Servsafe CertificationValid Class C license issued by the Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaAll persons who become employed by the city on or after the effective date of this section (May 19, 2022) shall be or become residents of York County or any county contiguous to York County (Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Hartford, Baltimore, and Carroll Counties), within six months from the first date the employee achieves permanent employment status.Must pass a background check, Drug Test and provide a PA Child Abuse History Clearance Certificate.Note: Child Abuse History Clearance must be dated within one year from the date of application and must show that "no record exists".Click to visit the PA Department of Human Services website for more information on the Child Abuse History Clearances.Click to submit your application for PA Child Abuse History Clearance online. This method is strongly suggested as you will receive immediate access to your results. Paper application forms are available in the City of York's Office of Human ResourceEqual Employment Opportunity Policy StatementThe City of York provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, familial status, status as a covered veteran, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, introductory period, training, orientation, placement and employee development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, layoff, and recall, social and recreational programs, employee facilities, termination, and retirement. All decisions on employment and promotion will be made with the objective of furthering the principles of equal employment opportunity.Accommodations Statement for Job ApplicationsThe City of York is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact hr@yorkcity.org to request a needed accommodation.City of York Benefits OverviewThe City of York offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of employees and their families. Highlights include:Medical CoverageCapital Blue Cross PPO plan with low copays and full coverage for preventive carePrescription drug coverage through TrueRX, plus optional Rx'nGo savings programDental & Vision Delta Dental plans: Enhanced and Basic options with orthodontia coverageVision Benefits of America (VBA): Exams, lenses, frames, and contact lens allowanceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Pre-tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expensesLife & Disability Insurance City-paid Basic Life and AD&D InsuranceOptional supplemental life, critical illness, accident, and short-term disability coverageRetirement Savings 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan through Conrad Siegel for long-term financial planningCity of York Pension ProgramAdditional Perks OSS Health Company Direct Program for orthopedic careVoluntary ancillary benefits through Colonial LifeEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) through Wellspan HealthWellness Committee programming and activities throughout the yearLearning and development opportunitiesEligibility : Full-time employees; coverage begins the first of the month following hire.Enrollment: Must enroll within 14 days of hire; changes allowed during open enrollment or qualifying life events.Questions about the City of York Benefits package can be directed to

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