Code Enforcement Officer

Gfoat; Kennedale (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and

Short-Term Disability

TMRS retirement plan (2:1 match)

Paid Time Off – holidays, vacation, &s

Job summary

The City of Kennedale is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to promote compliance with city ordinances and work with residents, businesses, and the community. The role involves inspections, addressing violations, and issuing notices or citations when necessary.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, Texas Code Enforcement Certification (or ability to obtain within 6–8 months), and a valid Texas Class C driver’s license. Bilingual abilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Texas Code Enforcement Certification, or ability to obtain within 6–8 months.
• Valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with residents, businesses, and the public.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections, re-inspections, and investigations of code compliance complaints.
• Identify and address violations involving property maintenance, land use, public nuisances, illegal dumping, high grass and weeds, signs, junk vehicles, structures, and other code-related concerns.
• Explain requirements to residents/businesses, recommend corrective actions, establish compliance timelines, and issue notices or citations as needed.
• Maintain accurate case files, records, correspondence, reports, and lien documentation.
• Represent the City in court and at Board of Building Appeals hearings as needed.
• Stay current on applicable laws, regulations, and code enforcement practices; recommend updates to City codes and ordinances.
• Maintain Texas Code Enforcement Certification through continuing education.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergencies when needed.
• Serve as backup building inspector for minor inspections (plumbing, electrical, fences, pools).

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Texas Code Enforcement Certification (or within 6–8 months)

Valid Texas Class C driver’s license

Job description

The City of Kennedale, Texas (pop. 10,233) is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer. Kennedale is located just southeast of Fort Worth. We are a family-oriented community providing a refuge from the hectic pace of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Open spaces, green belts, and trails enhance our serenity, quality of life, and community. With easy access from I-20 and 287, Kennedale is economically prosperous, business-friendly, and conveniently located, providing opportunities to shop, work, and play.

The City is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to promote compliance with city ordinances, codes, and regulations while working directly with residents, businesses, and the community.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct field inspections, re-inspections, and investigations of code compliance complaints.
• Identify and address violations involving property maintenance, land use, public nuisances, illegal dumping, high grass and weeds, signs, junk vehicles, structures, and other code-related concerns.
• Work with residents and businesses to explain requirements, recommend corrective actions, establish compliance timelines, and issue notices or citations when necessary.
• Maintain accurate case files, records, correspondence, reports, and lien documentation.
• Represent the City in court and at Board of Building Appeals hearings as needed.
• Stay current on applicable laws, regulations, and code enforcement practices and recommend updates to City codes and ordinances.
• Maintain Texas Code Enforcement Certification through required continuing education.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergencies when needed.
• Serve as a backup building inspector for minor inspections involving items such as plumbing, electrical, fences, and pools.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Texas Code Enforcement Certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 6–8 months.
• Valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with employees, residents, businesses, and the public.
• Bilingual language skills are preferred.

WORK CONDITIONS

The position works both indoors and outdoors and requires the ability to work in varying weather conditions and around common field hazards. Physical requirements include extended periods of walking, standing, and sitting, as well as occasional lifting, carrying, climbing, bending, kneeling, and crawling, with the ability to handle loads up to 50 pounds.

OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE

At the City of Kennedale, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.

• City-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability.
• Voluntary insurance options with additional plans like disability, accident, or critical illness.
• 2:1 employer match through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).
• Paid Time Off – Includes 11 paid holidays, plus paid vacation and sick leave.

The City of Kennedale is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.