We are hiring an Assistant Code Enforcement Officer in the Planning & Code Enforcement Department.
The Assistant Code Enforcement Officer supports the City’s code enforcement operations through inspections, investigations, and interdepartmental collaboration. This position plays a key role in identifying and addressing unsafe, non-compliant, and nuisance properties to protect public health, safety, and welfare. The position reports to the Director of Planning and Code Enforcement, with daily supervision provided by the Master Code Enforcement Officer. The role also works closely with public safety personnel, General Assistance, and housing partners to ensure coordinated and effective service delivery.
The City of Westbrook is committed to fostering a professional, respectful, and welcoming workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and ensure that hiring decisions are based on experience, skills, and the needs of the role. We also welcome applications from women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans. Our goal is to create an environment where every employee can contribute meaningfully and feel supported in their role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducts inspections of residential and commercial properties to ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, and maintenance standards.
- Proactively identifies, investigates, and documents problem properties, including dangerous buildings, nuisance properties, and junkyards.
- Responds to and investigates neighborhood complaints and recurring issues, including those related to subsidized housing.
- Respond to after-hour emergency code-related situations and be on-call for weekend emergency call ins as determined by Master CEO.
Education and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or training in a related field is preferred.
- Relevant certifications must be obtained within 12 months of appointment; candidates with existing certifications may be given preference.
- Experience in inspections, investigations, code enforcement, or related fields is preferred.
- Working knowledge of building construction, maintenance trades, or property management is desirable.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities may be considered.
For further details, the full job description is available online.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary range of $28.77 – $42.25 per hour.
- This position is covered by the General Unit collective bargaining agreement. The next agreement is under negotiation for a July 1, 2026 effective date.
- A comprehensive benefits package includes medical (PPO plan at 12% premium cost, plus HRA reimbursement), dental, vision, life insurance (one times base salary), short and long-term disability, and employee assistance program.
- Generous paid leave including vacation, sick, and 13 holiday per year.
- Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
- Retirement program of the Maine Public Employees Retirement Plan (Maine PERS) or defined 457 with matching up to 6%.
Application Process:
Whether you have found us through our jobs page, Indeed, the Maine Municipal Association (MMA), Facebook, or other platforms, you can apply online, via email, or in-person. Be sure to include all necessary information, including the position applied for, salary requirement, experience, education, qualifications, and certifications.
- Online application
- Interested applicants should send their resume and letter of interest to the Human Resources Department at HR@westbrook.me.us.
- In-Person Applications at 2 York Street, Westbrook, ME
- Applicants who are not currently based in Maine should include a brief statement addressing their plans and readiness to relocate, including timing and reason for interest in the region.
Applicants selected as finalists for this position will be subject to a comprehensive reference and background check.
The City of Westbrook is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, and or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
About the City of Westbrook:
The City of Westbrook was a traditional mill city that has grown and diversified significantly over the last two decades to become a residential hub and business center for the region. Westbrook has a population of over 20,000 and covers 17.36 square miles. Westbrook is centrally located to both urban and rural amenities. Currently, the City employs approximately 195 full-time and 80 variable hour employees covered by five different Collective Bargaining Agreements. The departments contained within the City are the Mayor’s Office, Economic Development, City Clerk, Finance, Human Resources, Planning, Code Enforcement, & Assessing, Public Services, Community Services, General Assistance, Library, Police, Fire & Rescue, and Dispatch.
The Code Enforcement Department is responsible for enforcing land use regulations, building codes, plumbing and electrical permits, and inspections. It ensures compliance with the City’s ordinances, codes, and zoning regulations, helping maintain public safety and quality of life in Westbrook. Planning & Code Enforcement collaborate on a wide range of community improvement projects. Both departments are staffed by six full-time employees.
Pay: $28.77 - $42.25 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 457(b)
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
