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Code Enforcement Officer

Req ID
2025-30622
Dept
Public Works Department
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
Pwd Sanitary
Salary Min
49,814.81
Salary Max
69,270.36
Union
AFL
Openings
1
Posting End Date
9/15/2025
Contact Email
elisa.rodrigues-pires@boston.gov

Overview:

This is a provisional appointment.

 

Investigates complaints of Code Violations, educates the public on proper storage of trash by distributing brochures and answering inquiries.

Responsibilities:

  • Issues Violation Notices for properties which fail to comply with the codes.
  • Initiates court proceedings against owners or businesses for continuously or flagrantly violating the Environmental Codes.
  • Reports to the office any problems in the field that need attention by other agencies to correct the problem.
  • Performs related duties as required.
  • Required to work any emergency as directed by the Chief of Streets or designee.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

  • Applicants should have knowledge of laws and ordinances relative to enforcing violations for litter, rubbish, garbage and investigative procedures.
  • Must have and maintain a current Massachusetts driver's license. 
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

CORI check required.

Boston Residency Required.

 

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/RA-14A

Hours per week: 35

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