Code Compliance Investigator

City-of-SAN-Antoni; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to perform inspections of properties and structures to enforce City codes. You will identify violations, communicate with owners, and coordinate abatement actions with contractors and city departments.

The role requires a valid Texas driver license, the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, and completion of licensing within 18 months. Training emphasizes legal procedures, reporting, and community outreach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.
• Must become certified and State licensed as a Code Enforcement Officer within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs onsite premise and structure inspections to determine violations of City codes.
• Makes inspections of junked vehicles to determine violations of the Junked Vehicle Ordinance.
• Makes inspections of vacant lots to determine violations of the Vacant Lot Ordinance.
• Consults with property owners to show where violations are present and enforces compliance.
• Consults with citizens regarding the results of their inspections.
• Attends and makes presentations to neighborhood associations regarding department code enforcement activities.
• Attends and makes presentations at special City events and other Code Compliance educational seminars and workshops as required.
• Makes field notes from inspections and compiles necessary reports on area zone assignments; maintains daily activity report of field investigative activities.
• Submits proper documentation for contractors to bid and abate violation as specified.
• Researches property information and initiates appropriate notification procedures to result in violation abatement.
• Follows proper legal procedures to achieve abatement including the issue of citation or notice of violation in person, request for search and seizure warrants, and submittal for City contract abatement and court action.
• Enters inspection report data in hand-held, laptop or personal computer.
• Submits proper documentation for publication in local newspaper.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Skills

Knowledge of City codes

Knowledge of street locations

Safe work practices

Motor vehicle operation

PC proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Inspection abilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

City of San Antonio is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to perform inspections of properties and structures to enforce City codes. You will identify violations, communicate with owners, and coordinate abatement actions with contractors and city departments.

The role requires a valid Texas driver license, the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, and completion of licensing within 18 months. Training emphasizes legal procedures, reporting, and community outreach.