Code Enforcement Officer

City of Altoona

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Altoona, Pennsylvania, US on site Until 8/23/2026 First posted June 9, 2026 Last posted June 9, 2026
Job description

The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of the practices and procedures related to property maintenance and the skill and ability to interact with the public in a manner that promotes the City's goal of reducing blight while maintaining respect for property owners and tenants. Individuals will conduct indoor and outdoor field investigations; inspect properties for violations; issue and post warning notices, notices of violations, corrective notices, and orders to comply; while performing a variety of field and office work to support and comply with City regulations and ordinances.

Requirements

Individuals must have a High School Diploma or Equivalency and a valid state drivers' license. Certification as a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector through the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) is preferred, and required within six (6) months of appointment.

Benefits

The City of Altoona offers a comprehensive benefit package including a competitive salary; health, dental, vision and life insurance; paid time off; and retirement options.

The City of Altoona is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About this role

Summary

Inspect properties for violations, issue notices, support city regulations and ordinances.

Job title

Code Enforcement Officer

Experience level

none

Industry

government

Location requirements

Altoona, Pennsylvania; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

valid driver's license

Preferred skills

property maintenance and housing inspector certification

Specializations

property maintenanceinspectionpublic interaction
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Altoona, PA, USA

On-site City