The City of Hazelwood is now accepting applications for a full-time Permit Technician.
Duties include:
Schedule residential occupancy inspections and issue residential occupancy permits in accordance with the City’s Housing Code.
Schedule and coordinate building permit, courtesy, commercial occupancy, and other inspections.
Greet and assist visitors and callers courteously, provide information, take messages, and refer questions to the appropriate person or department.
Assist with permits, inspection applications, and brochures and review submitted applications for accuracy and completeness.
Track residential inspections, permits, courtesy infraction notices, court summonses, building inspections, and expired occupancy inspections.
Prepare letters and memorandums, maintain the cash drawer and cash receipt journal, reconcile receipts, and prepare monthly invoices for large apartment complexes.
Provide administrative support to the Building Official, Building Inspector, and Code Enforcement Officers.
Coordinate the building permit application process, explain requirements, review paperwork, assign permit numbers, and issue permits after plan review.
Create, maintain, and generate reports, databases, and spreadsheets tracking monthly and fiscal-year totals.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel
One (1) year general secretarial/clerical and customer service experience
OR any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities
Physical Requirements
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, calculators, printers, photocopiers, cameras, laminators, and fax machines.
Ability to perform sedentary to light work involving some lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to recognize similarities or differences in shapes and sounds associated with job-related materials and tasks.
Salary & Benefits:
$48,293
Excellent benefits package including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Paid sick leave
10 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays
Apply at Hazelwood City Hall, 415 Elm Grove Lane, Hazelwood, MO 63042 or via e-mail to [email protected]. An Employment Application must be completed for consideration of the position.
The City of Hazelwood is now accepting applications for a full-time Code Enforcement Officer.
Duties include:
Perform interior and exterior Residential Occupancy inspections for compliance with adopted Codes and Ordinances
Inspect building interiors, exteriors, fences, driveways, decks, and property for compliance with applicable Codes and Ordinances
Issue ordinance violation warnings, citations, and court summons
Patrol assigned sector for code violations
Respond to resident complaints, mediate disputes, and resolve neighborhood problems involving code violations.
Provide assistance and advice regarding Codes and Ordinances
Prepare and serve Administrative Search Warrants to abate nuisance violations
Prepare reports, memos, notices, correspondence, court summonses, and weekly reports
Check business licenses and occupancy permits in the Building Inspector’s absence and take appropriate action
Prepare and serve administrative search warrants to abate nuisance violations
Be on call to evaluate and declare properties unfit due to uninhabitable conditions
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Vocational/technical training with a minimum of one (1) year of building code, inspection, or related experience
ICC Property Maintenance and House Inspector certification, or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire date
OR any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities, and appropriate ICC Certifications
A valid driver’s license required
Physical Requirements
Ability to operate a computer, office equipment, camera, vehicle, and inspection-related tools.
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing approximately 12 to 20 pounds
Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs while performing inspection tasks.
Ability to recognize differences in colors, shapes, sounds, odors, and textures associated with inspection work.
Salary & Benefits:
$56,784 – $71,850
Excellent benefits package including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Paid sick leave
10 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays
Apply at Hazelwood City Hall, 415 Elm Grove Lane, Hazelwood, MO 63042 or via e-mail to [email protected]. An Employment Application must be completed for consideration of the position.
Commissioner of Building Operations & Code Administration
City of St. Louis
Position Overview
The Commissioner of Building Operations & Code Administration serves as the executive leader responsible for the City’s building regulatory, permitting, and inspection functions. This role is accountable for ensuring public safety through code compliance while advancing efficient, transparent, and customer-focused service delivery that supports economic development and community recovery in the May 16th tornado-impacted areas and across the city.
The City is seeking a transformational leader to join its team in this pivotal moment in history, to address its decades of blight, accelerate demolitions in the tornado zone, and reform the Division’s permitting process to make St. Louis a predictable and attractive place to do business.
The Commissioner will also lead the Zoning Section of the Building Division’s historic role in overhauling the City’s zoning code—the Zoning Upgrade: a modern code to meet the moment—marking the first major rewrite and map update since the mid-twentieth century.
The Commissioner operates as a division-level executive, overseeing strategy, operations, and performance across building code enforcement, plan review, permitting, and inspection services with a team of 200 employees. This position requires a leader who can balance regulatory integrity with operational efficiency, modernize legacy processes, drive measurable improvements in service delivery, and manage people.
Salary: $104,078 – $163,332
Position Grade: 20M
Job Type: Full-Time (Permanent) Location: Downtown – St. Louis, MO
Apply Here: If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to[email protected]by August 23, 2026
Why Be the Commissioner of Building Operations & Code Administration for theCity of St. Louis?
This is a unique, high-impact opportunity for a transformational executive to lead a critical division during a pivotal moment of revitalization for the City of St. Louis.
1. Drive City-Wide Transformation and Economic Recovery
The Commissioner role is central to the City’s strategic priorities:
Addressing Decades of Blight: Take direct action to accelerate demolitions and address structural challenges that impede community growth and safety.
Leading Tornado Recovery: Play a crucial role in the post-disaster recovery efforts in the May 16th tornado-impacted areas, ensuring safe, efficient, and rapid rebuilding.
Fueling Economic Development: Reform the permitting process to eliminate inefficiencies, increase transparency, and make St. Louis a predictable and attractive place for developers and businesses to invest.
2. Lead Major Modernization and Process Reform
This is an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy by:
Modernizing Operations: Championing the overhaul of legacy processes, including the implementation of new digital platforms for permitting and plan review.
Driving Operational Excellence: Establishing and enforcing new performance metrics (e.g., permit cycle times, inspection turnaround) to transition the division into a high-performing, customer-focused service provider.
Engaging in Policy: Directly influence the regulatory environment, supporting initiatives like the “ZOUP” (Zoning Upgrade) overhaul and drafting new codes that reflect modern industry standards, equity, and sustainability goals.
3. High-Visibility Executive Leadership
The Commissioner is a division-level executive with significant authority and strategic influence:
Direct Impact: Lead a multidisciplinary team and oversee all regulatory functions (permitting, inspections, code enforcement) essential to public safety and development.
Strategic Stakeholder Role: Serve as the primary liaison to elected officials, developers, design professionals, and community leaders, navigating complex political and industry relationships.
Organizational Development: Lead the mentorship, development, and strategic alignment of the division’s staff and resources, fostering a culture of accountability and professionalism.
In short, this position is not just about enforcing codes—it’s about leading fundamental change, accelerating recovery, and setting the standard for transparent, efficient, and equitable building operations that will define St. Louis’s future.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership & Performance Management
Lead and manage all building operations, including permitting, inspections, and code enforcement, ensuring alignment with City priorities and regulatory requirements.
Implement accountability systems to ensure consistent, timely, and high-quality service delivery across all functional areas.
Process Improvement & Modernization
Lead modernization of permitting and plan review systems, including digital platforms and workflow optimization.
Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements to increase speed, transparency, and accessibility.
Integrate data analytics and reporting tools to support real-time decision-making and performance tracking.
Regulatory Oversight & Policy Development
Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal building codes and regulations.
Oversee the development, interpretation, and implementation of building codes, ordinances, and design standards.
Lead or support drafting of new ordinances and code updates to reflect evolving industry standards and City priorities.
Strategic Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the primary liaison to developers, contractors, design professionals, community stakeholders, and elected officials.
Respond to inquiries from Alderpersons and provide technical and operational guidance on building-related issues.
Represent the City in hearings, including Board of Adjustment and Appeals, and provide expert testimony as needed.
Interagency Coordination
Collaborate with internal departments (Public Safety, Planning, Legal, IT, etc.) to ensure coordinated service delivery and regulatory alignment.
Facilitate cross-functional solutions to complex development and compliance challenges.
Leadership & Organizational Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of managers, inspectors, and technical staff.
Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Align staffing, structure, and resources to meet operational demands and long-term strategic goals.
Core Competencies
Executive Leadership: Ability to lead large, complex operations with multiple functional areas and stakeholders, and manage subordinate leaders and employees.
Operational Excellence: Proven ability to improve performance, streamline processes, and deliver measurable results.
Regulatory Expertise: Strong understanding of building codes, compliance frameworks, and enforcement practices.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align operational priorities with broader City objectives, including economic development and community impact.
Stakeholder Management: Skilled in navigating political, community, and industry relationships.
Change Management: Experience leading organizational and technological transformation initiatives.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to leverage data and analytics to inform strategy and improve outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications
One of the following:
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or a related field and at least 7 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in building operations, construction, code enforcement, or a related field;
OR
Master’s degree in a related field and at least 5 years of senior-level leadership experience in a relevant discipline;
OR
Registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect (State of Missouri or eligible for reciprocity);
OR
Certified Building Official (CBO) designation, Master Code Professional (MCP);
OR
An equivalent combination of education, training, and executive-level experience in regulatory operations, construction, development, or large-scale program management.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading building or permitting operations in a large municipality or complex organization
Experience implementing or managing digital permitting / plan review systems
Experience working with developers, contractors, and design professionals
Familiarity with Missouri building codes and regulatory environment
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Work is primarily performed in an office environment with periodic field engagement.
Requires the ability to review technical documents, plans, and reports.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of St. Louis will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the City.
$26.31-$27.92 per hour placement depending on education and experience.
The City of St. Peters is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Code Enforcement Officer to join our team. In this role, you will conduct inspections of existing structures and sites to ensure compliance with City codes. You will address concerns related to property maintenance, public nuisances, and zoning issues, playing a crucial role in maintaining the safety and quality of our community. Strong communication and report writing skills are a must, along with a drive to provide superior customer service!
Normal Shift: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct field inspections and investigations to verify compliance with City ordinances and property maintenance standards.
Perform inspections on non-owner-occupied properties.
Investigate concerns related to ordinance and code violations, issue notices to property owners, and ensure compliance through follow-up inspections.
Perform inspections for certain permits.
Recommend prosecution of code violators and provide court testimony on behalf of the City.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen or lawfully authorized alien worker.
High School graduate or GED certificate and one (1) year of applicable experience.
Motor Vehicle Operator’s license valid in the state of Missouri.
International Code Council Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification (64), or obtain within six (6) months of employment.
Knowledge and level of competency related to Microsoft Office programs, database entry, and mobile devices.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move more than 75 lbs.
Why Join Us:
At the City of St. Peters, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the community by ensuring that properties are safe, well-maintained, and in compliance with City regulations. As a Code Enforcement Officer, you will work closely with various stakeholders, from property owners to City officials, and play a vital role in upholding the standards that keep our City a great place to live and work.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Salary: Market-based pay structure with step placement determined by qualifications and experience
Retirement & Financial security: Missouri LAGERS L-6 defined benefit pension plan (with Rule of 80), 457 deferred compensation plan, Roth retirement savings option, and retiree health coverage
Leave & Holiday benefits: Vacation (up to 6 weeks), sick leave, 12 paid holidays and 1 personal day
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental and vision coverage options; City-paid Life and AD&D insurance ($50,000); long-term disability; voluntary supplemental insurance options, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Preventative Care Time Off
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): medical and dependent care options
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement (up to 6-8 classes per year)
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for enforcing the city’s property maintenance codes.
MAJOR DUTIES:
Patrols the city to locate code violations; responds to calls and complaints from citizens, property owners, other agencies and City departments regarding concerns.
Explains and interprets codes and ordinances to business and property owners, developers, residents, and civic groups.
Issue and post warning notices, notices of violation, stop work notices, and unfit for human habitation notices to the responsible parties along with recommendations for corrective action. Conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections were made.
Prepares correspondence and reports relating to code enforcement activities.
Retains files in compliance with state record retention standards.
Recommends legal action for non-compliance as warranted; gathers evidence necessary to prosecute cases; prepares affidavits.
Determines property and vehicle ownership; posts official notices on abandoned and/or derelict property and vehicles.
Implements code enforcement procedures in accordance with International Property Maintenance Codes, International Residential Codes, state statutes, and local ordinances.
Removes illegal signs within city limits.
Conducts erosion control inspections.
Confirms property ownership by researching land records, plat maps, property identification numbers, and other sources.
As necessary, performs the duties of the Permit Technician in his/her absence.
Creates procedures to increase efficiency of code enforcement processes.
Conducts the bid process for the City contracted mower and maintenance contractor and manages the contract.
Participates in nuisance hearings.
Performs rental occupancy inspections.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:
Knowledge of relevant city codes and ordinances, including land use, property maintenance, soil and erosion control, and animal control.
Knowledge of relevant state laws and regulations.
Knowledge of the geography of the city, including subdivisions, roads, and street names.
Skill in maintaining records and files.
Skill in collecting and analyzing information.
Skill in reading maps.
Skill in interpreting and applying zoning regulations and ordinances.
Skill in operating a computer, calculator, electrical tester, and basic tools..
