Employment

Submission Instructions

After completing the application, please either email your application, resume and signed job description to [email protected] or drop it off at City Hall located at 124 S Lefevre St. Medical Lake, WA 99022.

Thank you for your interest in working with the City of Medical Lake! Check below for current job openings.

Current Openings

Code Enforcement Officer

The City of Medical Lake is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our Code Enforcement team as a Code Enforcement Officer.

This part-time position plays an important role in promoting safe, healthy, and livable neighborhoods by administering assigned City codes through engagement, education, voluntary compliance, and, when necessary, formal enforcement. The position investigates complaints and observed violations, conducts property inspections, maintains accurate case records, and works with residents, property owners, businesses, City departments, and partner agencies to address code compliance issues.

What You'll Do:

Conduct field investigations and property inspections to identify code violations
Respond to public inquiries and nuisance abatement complaints
Explain City, County, and State codes, regulations, and requirements to residents and businesses
Investigate potential violations, photograph evidence, contact responsible parties, and conduct follow-up inspections
Maintain accurate case files and documentation
Coordinate inspections and case dispositions with various City departments
Work with homeowners, landlords, tenants, businesses, and community groups through education and code enforcement activities
Prepare written, graphic, and oral reports regarding code enforcement matters
Represent the City in community and official meetings related to code enforcement
Testify and present evidence in Court, as needed

What We're Looking For:

High school diploma and two years of public contact work experience, or a combination of experience and training that provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities
Strong organizational, communication, flexibility, and public service skills
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Driver’s License
Ability to meet the requirements to hold a special commission with a law enforcement agency, which may include a law enforcement background check
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with the public, including in stressful or difficult situations
Ability to testify and present evidence in Court

Posted 08/19/2026

Pay Range:

$23.06 – $31.43 per hour

Status:

Part-time, 24 hours per week

Benefits:

To apply, please thoroughly review the job description, sign and turn it in to City Hall at 124 S. Lefevre St, Medical Lake, WA 99022, or email it to [email protected].

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