City of Atlanta · 1 day ago
Code Enforcement Officer I
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$44K/yr - $52K/yr
1+ years expThe City of Atlanta is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer I to ensure compliance with the City’s Code of Ordinances related to occupation tax. The role involves conducting inspections, issuing citations, and providing clear communication to businesses and the public regarding compliance requirements.
GovernmentInformation ServicesNon Profit
Responsibilities
Conduct field inspections and investigations to identify businesses operating without valid occupation tax certificates
Verify proper certificates are obtained, current, and displayed as required by code; issue notices or citations for violations
Testify in municipal court, hearings, and legal proceedings; prepare and present case documentation
Perform field audits to evaluate business activity and identify unregistered or non-compliant businesses
Respond to complaints and inquiries from the public, explaining ordinance requirements and enforcement procedures
Maintain accurate records of inspections, investigations, violations, hearings, and follow-up actions in licensing systems
Provide clear, professional communication to taxpayers and business representatives regarding account status, violations, and compliance steps
Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge, assist new staff, and support team investigations
Prepare reports, recommendations, and documentation for management review
Coordinate enforcement actions with other City departments, regulatory agencies, and external partners
Support continuous improvement of compliance processes, procedures, and reporting
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of City ordinances, departmental policies, and compliance procedures
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Strong communication and customer service skills
Sound judgment in enforcement activities
Ability to work effectively in the field and in court
Maintain accurate records
Respond to complaints
Collaborate with other compliance staff and city departments
Knowledge of municipal code enforcement methods, investigative techniques, reporting practices, and safety procedures
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with the public, businesses, and city staff
Excellent oral and written communication; ability to de-escalate tense or confrontational situations
Strong organizational and detail-oriented work habits; ability to manage multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; intermediate Excel skills preferred
Ability to interpret and apply ordinances, codes, and regulations consistently and fairly
Sound judgment, discretion, and tact in handling confidential or sensitive matters
Analytical skills to research issues, prepare reports, and recommend solutions
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Commitment to outstanding internal and external customer service
Completion of assigned monthly investigations/inspections
Maintain a clean driving record with no violations or incidents while operating a City vehicle
Successful completion of required annual defensive driving training
Compliance with all City of Atlanta and Department of Finance policies
Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Police Science, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, skills, experience, and training
1 to 3 years of related experience in code enforcement, compliance, inspections, or a similar regulatory role, preferably in the public sector
Valid Georgia driver's license
Preferred
Intermediate proficiency with MS Office and particularly able to demonstrate a high level of proficiency with MS Excel
Company
City of Atlanta
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Dr. Tina Wilson
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Youlanda Carr, CPA
Deputy CFO
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2026-02-05
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