Code Compliance Inspector

Gfoat; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 61,377,590 - 83,038,972; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat seeks a Code Enforcement Officer to investigate municipal and state nuisance violations on residential and commercial properties. The role requires independent judgment, reading ordinances, and enforcing laws related to weeds, junk, open sewers, and illegal dumping.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, a Texas C.E.O. license, and 2+ years in code enforcement; valid Texas driver license and security clearances may apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and local codes to cite nuisance violations.
• Ability to read and interpret ordinances and state laws.
• Skill in developing periodic reports and correspondence.
• Strong written and oral communication with staff and the public.
• Skill in solving problems and identifying safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Investigate nuisances and enforce related codes and ordinances.
• Prepare written reports and citations for court use.
• Coordinate with the City Marshal and law enforcement when needed.
• Inspect sites and assess safety hazards during inspections.
• Travel to sites as required and maintain training records.

Skills

Knowledge of codes

Ordinance interpretation

Report writing

Communication skills

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school or equivalent

Texas Code Enforcement Officer license

Experience in code enforcement

Equivalent combination of experience/training

Tools

Two-way radio

Mobile data terminals

Firearms

Handcuffs

Job description

Compensation - $25.20/hr

Position open until filled.

Brief Description

To investigate potential violations of municipal and state laws, ordinances, codes, and regulations relating to nuisance abatement of weeds, rubbish, junk, junk vehicles, open private sewer lines, failed on-site sewage facilities, and illegal dumping on vacant, residential and commercial properties. This position requires independent judgment and responsibility.

If Licensed as a Peace Officer

Under the direction of the City Marshal, serves as a peace officer of the City with full police authority in the exercise of assigned duties (pursuant to Tex. Code Crim. Proc. Ann. art. 2.12(3) and Ordinance No. OR10-2016-52); enforces federal and state laws, and all rules, regulations and ordinances adopted by the City Council; executes warrants of arrest, subpoenas, summons, and other legal process issued by a judge of the municipal court; and performs other duties as assigned by the City Marshal or designee. Deputy Marshals are not covered under the Municipal Civil Service provisions of Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code Chapter 143.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of state and local codes in order to site violations of public health nuisance complaints (i.e. grass, junk, junk vehicles, abandon appliances, debris, stagnate swimming pools, and illegal disposals) and must possess the ability to read and interpret ordinances, state laws, reports and updates
• Knowledge of or demonstrated ability to learn other city ordinances (Sign Ordinance, Garage Sale Ordinance, Zoning Ordinances)
• Skill in developing periodic reports and correspondence
• Skill in communicating ideas, concepts and terminology effectively to other staff and the public through oral and written means
• Skill in solving problems
• Ability to detect potential safety hazards upon visual inspection of buildings and structures
• Ability to complete a variety of written reports and citations, which may be used in a court of law
• Ability to foresee and respond to potentially dangerous situations and respond accordingly
• Ability to pass a background investigation for security clearance
• Skill in the use of firearms, defense tactics and related law enforcement equipment
• Ability to maintain firearms qualification and other required training

Education and Experience

High school graduate or equivalent and a Licensed Texas Code Enforcement Officer and at least 2 years of experience in a code enforcement related field; OR

Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Certificates and Licenses Required

A Valid Class C Texas driver license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record

Will be required to be registered as a Code Enforcement Officer in Training within six (6) months of employment

Will be required to be licensed as a Code Enforcement Officer within eighteen (18) months of employment

Will be required to obtain National Crime Information Center and Texas Crime Information Center certifications within six (6) months of employment

Optional: May be commissioned as a Deputy City Marshal if licensed as a Texas Peace Officer

Environmental Factors and Safety Hazards

Primarily in outdoor environment with the ability to operate indoors when needed. May be exposed to extreme heat and cold during summer and winter months. Potential issues with safety in daily activities and onsite location inspections.

May work in emergency situations with exposure to difficult circumstances, including exposure to dangerous situations, hazardous situations and all weather conditions. May travel to sites outside of the City

Tools and Equipment Used

Standard office equipment including multi-line telephone, computer, fax machine, copier, scanner, shredder, printer, mobile devices, two-way radio, etc.

Ability to operate /drive an automobile or pickup truck, tow a utility or flatbed trailer behind a pickup truck, hand tools (rakes, hammers, saws)

If licensed peace officer; mobile data terminals, audio/video recorders, firearms, batons, electroshock weapons, handcuffs and other law enforcement-related equipment.