Code Enforcement Officer

Lindentx; Rowlett (TX); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7% TMRS pension match

Great benefits and compensation

Job summary

City of Rowlett is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer under direct supervision to enforce ordinances at inspection sites, including retail and public properties.

The City offers a 4-day work week with hours 7:30 am - 5:30 pm depending on departmental schedules, with excellent benefits and a 7% TMRS pension match. Requires a High School Diploma or GED and two years of experience or TDHS Registered Code Enforcement Officer status.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience or Texas Department of State Health Services Registered Code Enforcement Officer.
• Ability to read and understand technical reports, ordinances, maps, plats, and instructions.
• Ability to generate reports, records, correspondence and regulations.
• Ability to address and solve code enforcement problems; address multiple priorities; relate to city issues as necessary.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people and possess strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect sites to enforce ordinances concerning high grass and weeds, unsightly conditions, junk and abandoned vehicles, fences, trees and shrubs and other maintenance issues.
• Routinely inspects and responds to complaints regarding the grease interceptor program and illicit discharge compliance.
• Conduct inspections of liquid waste hauler trucks for compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Proficiency of sampling and inspection of grease removal devices such as grease interceptors and grit traps preferred.
• Responds to complaints of potential code violations; conducts field investigations; gathers evidence; takes photos; questions complainants and witnesses; compares facts to code requirements and makes findings, warnings, notices or citations.
• Drafts and distributes correspondence, memoranda, notices, fliers, brochures, media releases and reports relating to code enforcement issues; maintains logs and records.
• Coordinates efforts with police, planning, building and related departments, the prosecuting attorney(s) and other staff or agencies as needed.
• Meets with owners, tenants, contractors, developers, businesses to explain code requirements and violations; secures compliance.
• Prepares reports; coordinates with Dallas County, property owners, and contractors; works with police and prosecutors to obtain statements; prepares case reports for court action; testifies in court.

Skills

Reading technical reports

Report writing

Independent work

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of experience or Texas Department of State Health Services Registered Code Enforcement Officer

Job description

Hiring Range: $49,197.36 - $55,347.03 (Depending on qualifications)
Full Salary Range: $49,197.36 - $73,796.04

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Under direct supervision, enforces ordinances by notifying of non-conformance or by issuing citations at inspection sites, including but not limited to retail, public and private properties.

The City of Rowlett offers a great work/life balance schedule by offering a 4-day work week with normal business hours of 7:30 am - 5:30 pm depending on departmental work schedules. We have great benefit and compensation packages as well as a 7%, 2:1 match TMRS pension.

Essential Job Functions:

Inspects sites to enforce ordinances concerning high grass and weeds, unsightly conditions, junk and abandoned vehicles, fences, trees and shrubs and other property maintenance issues. Routinely inspects and responds to complaints regarding the city’s grease interceptor program and illicit discharge compliance. Conduct inspections of liquid waste hauler trucks for compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Proficiency of sampling and inspection of grease removal devices such as grease interceptors and grit traps preferred.

Responds to complaints of potential code violations relating to temporary signs, nuisances, dumping, or other code-related matters. Conducts field investigations of potential violations; gathers evidence; takes photos; questions complainants and witnesses; compares facts to code requirements and makes findings, issues warnings, correction notices or citations.

Drafts and distributes a variety of correspondence, memoranda, notices, fliers, brochures, media releases and reports relating to code enforcement issues and actions. Provides information to persons who request information or assistance in code enforcement related matters. Maintains a variety of logs and records related to inspection and enforcement activities; prepares recommendations for amendments and additions to codes or regulations which relate to the position. Coordinates efforts with the police, planning, building and related departments, the prosecuting attorney(s) and other staff or agencies as needed.

Meets with owners, tenants, contractors, developers, businesses, etc., to explain code requirements and violations or potential violations; secures code compliance. Prepares reports. Coordinates with Dallas County, property owners, and contractors. Works with police and prosecutors to obtain written statements, depositions or admissions, as needed. Reviews cases being prepared for trial with emphasis on the evidentiary and legal issues crucial to successful prosecution. Prepares detailed reports of activities and investigations made; consults with prosecutors and prepares case reports for court action; testifies in court.

Performs other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Requirements:

Requires High School Diploma or GED. Two years of experience or Texas Department of State Health Services Registered Code Enforcement Officer required.

Ability to read and understand technical reports, ordinances, maps, plats, and instructions. Ability to generate reports, records, correspondence and regulations. Ability to address and solve code enforcement problems; ability to address multiple priorities; ability to comprehend relationship of code enforcement issues to other related city issues as necessary. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people and possess strong customer service skills.

Other Requirements:

Valid driver's license required. Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driving standards as established by the City of Rowlett. Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee within two working days of receipt.

Must be a Texas Department of State Health Services Registered Code Enforcement Officer or have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Exposed to weather conditions when performing inspections. Job requires light carrying, (less than 25 lbs.) climbing, driving, stooping, kneeling, and reaching while making inspections.