Code Enforcement Officer (CEO)

City of San Juan, Texas; San Juan (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Juan, Texas seeks a Code Enforcement Officer to perform skilled inspection work enforcing city codes and ordinances. The role involves daily public interaction, resolving complaints about trash and debris, and investigating illegal dumping or vegetation trimming until the next pickup.

The employee works a 40-hour week with occasional weekend hours. Required is a High School Diploma, 2 years in code enforcement, and a Texas driver’s license; bilingual English/Spanish is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma with two (2) years of code enforcement experience.
• Must be licensed as a Code Enforcement Officer within one (1) year from date of hire.
• Excellent grammar, writing, and organizational skills; strong communication abilities.
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and be computer literate with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of illegal dumping alleged code violations.
• Prepares and maintains correspondence, reports and records regarding code violations.
• Coordinates investigations among affected departments.
• Answers public complaints regarding trash, brush, tires and debris.
• Maintains daily records of inspections and related activities.
• Represents the City’s code enforcement effort to the public.
• Assists and advises the public on code violations.
• Issues citations and notices to correct code violations; testifies in court.

Skills

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Writing and communication

Typing 30 wpm

MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Education

High School Diploma

Code Enforcement Officer license within 1 year

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Objectives

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing skilled and specialized inspection work in enforcing compliance with related codes and ordinances and assisting in the administration of compliance and inspection programs. The individual also has daily contact with the public, receives and resolves complaints regarding trash, brush, tires and junk/debris. Will also investigate complaints of illegal dumping or trimming, cutting of trees/shrubs until next pickup. Individual has no supervisory responsibilities.

Hourly

$15.76

Job Objectives

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing skilled and specialized inspection work in enforcing compliance with related codes and ordinances and assisting in the administration of compliance and inspection programs. The individual also has daily contact with the public, receives and resolves complaints regarding trash, brush, tires and junk/debris. Will also investigate complaints of illegal dumping or trimming, cutting of trees/shrubs until next pickup. Individual has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs inspections of illegal dumping alleged code violations.
• Prepares and maintains correspondence, reports and records regarding code violations.
• Coordinates investigations among affected departments.
• Answers public complaints regarding trash, brush, tires and debris.
• Maintains daily records of inspections and other related activities.
• Represents the City’s code enforcement effort to the public.
• Assists and advises the general public in matters related to code violations.
• Issues citations, notices to correct code violations, and testifies in court regarding violations.
• Inspects premises for overall cleanliness, adequate disposal of garbage and rubbish.
• Prepares forms and letters notifying property owners and tenants of possible violations and time allowed for correcting deficiencies.
• Prepares a monthly report listing all targeted areas for other code violations.
• Explains requirements of State laws and local ordinance to property owners, and other interested parties.
• Will perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor and/or department director when needed.

Equipment / Materials

City vehicle, two-way radio, general office equipment, computer, copier, scanner, video recorders, digital camera and hammer and nails.

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

Works normal office working hours; 5-day, 40-hour week, with occasional work on weekends and after hours as required. Works indoors in a well-lighted, air‑conditioned office and outdoors to conduct inspections to ensure compliance with City Codes. The job has some significant hazards and the physical demands are moderate. Position is exposed to hazards which may result to exposure to soiling of clothing and skin

Education / Skills Required

Requires a High School Diploma with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in code enforcement requirements and procedures. Must be licensed as a Code Enforcement Officer within one (1) year from date of hire. Must have excellent grammar, writing, communication and organizational skills, good filing skills and be able to accurately type a minimum of 30 wpm. Bilingual (English and Spanish) is required. Must be computer literate and proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Note: The above duties describe the chief functions of the job and are not to be considered a detailed description of every duty of the job.