Code Administration Officer

The Neighborhood Services Division in the City of Gaithersburg Department of Community, Neighborhood & Housing Services is accepting applications for a Code Administration Officer to enforce municipal codes and ordinances that impact public health, personal safety, property values, and overall welfare and quality of life for the Gaithersburg community.

We are looking for a self‑motivated individual with some inspection, security, or enforcement experience who can work independently but enjoys being part of a collaborative team that plays a significant role in ensuring that Gaithersburg is a clean, safe, and attractive community. As a member of the Neighborhood Services team, you'll be performing work involving inspection, regulation, and enforcement of codes and ordinances related to nuisance abatement, property maintenance, signs, and noise, so you must be able to quickly develop a working knowledge of the City and applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.

You must have a proactive philosophy toward enforcement and regulation and a commitment to providing excellent customer service, as you'll interact with the general public, residents, and business owners on a daily basis. Fluency in English (speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension) is required. Spanish fluency is desirable and eligible for a multilingual stipend if approved.

40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; a core work schedule will be determined upon hire. Some additional hours may be necessary to meet operational needs. This position could be filled at Level I, II, or III in the Code Administration Officer class series, consistent with the relevant experience, qualifications, and certifications of the candidate. Starting salary is negotiable within the anticipated target hiring range at each level:

• Level I – $60,000 to $75,000
• Level II – $68,000 to $83,000
• Level III – $77,000 to $92,000

We provide comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life), paid time off, generous retirement contributions, health and wellness programs, tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans, training and professional growth opportunities, and excellent work/life balance.

• Proactive and reactive nuisance abatement and property maintenance enforcement.
• Conduct inspections, investigate violations, issue violation inspection reports and official notices or citations to correct violations, work with responsible individuals, and perform follow‑up investigations.
• Inspect and electronically document the results of inspections to determine compliance with City Code.
• Explain requirements of the Property Maintenance Code and City codes to property owners, agents, management companies, community associations, and other interested parties.
• Respond to and investigate citizen complaints.
• Provide mediation and negotiate equitable settlements of complaints.
• Prepare reports and cases, testify in court, coordinate with City Attorney's Office to obtain court orders to abate violations, and appear as a witness in court or other authorized proceedings.
• Provide outstanding service, pursue continuous improvement, and exceed expectations.

Key job responsibilities are highlighted above; please  to view the complete classification description for this position (Code Administration Officer I/II/III). The classification description indicates the full salary range established for this position to provide opportunity for growth and development (Grades 106, 108, and 110 in the City's FY 2026 Schedule of Salary Ranges).

• High School Diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred for Level III.
• Entry level candidates (Level I) must have a minimum of 1 year of experience working in an inspection, regulatory, or enforcement environment. A candidate must have additional directly related experience and be able to demonstrate possession of all required training, knowledge, skills, and experience to be hired at a Level II or III position.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record to drive a City vehicle (not a take‑home vehicle).
• International Code Council (ICC)…