Compliance Officer II

City of Corpus Christi; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Corpus Christi, Solid Waste Services, seeks a Compliance Officer II to enforce City Code and state health codes, respond to concerns, and educate residents about proper disposal of litter and waste.

The role includes field inspections, training new officers, and coordinating with other departments to resolve public health issues, with requirements including a degree or technical certificate and a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree or 2-year technical certificate.
• 3 years of experience.
• Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations Certified Code Compliance Officer license.

Responsibilities

• Investigate solid waste violations including illegal dumping and littering.
• Drive to inspection locations and document findings.
• Educate property owners and the public on proper waste disposal.
• Train and supervise trainee officers in field and office procedures.
• Lead Compliance Officer under the Compliance Supt.
• Attend training to maintain professional license CEUs.

Skills

Investigation

Enforcement

Public education

Training

Leadership

Education

Associate’s Degree (AA/ AS)

Job description

Posted 2 days ago | Apply before October 28, 2026

US:TX:Corpus Christi | Solid Waste Services | Full Time

$ 23.85-26.23 USD

Description

Overview

The Compliance Officer II will investigate and enforce City Code of Ordinances and Texas Health and Safety Codes as well as other applicable laws and statutes. They will respond to citizens’ concerns and patrol specific areas to proactively identify violations. They will educate the general public concerning proper disposal of litter and solid waste within City limits and will train new Compliance Officers in the procedures of the position both in the office and out in the field.

Responsibilities

• Investigate all related solid waste violations such as illegal dumping, improper set out of brush/ bulky, littering, overflowing dumpsters, covering loads, hauler permits, etc
• Drive to inspection locations
• Search through illegal dumpsites consisting of hazardous materials in efforts to discover evidence linked to the violator
• Photograph all violations and record evidence for each case within our program
• Communicate daily with citizens to educate property owners, tenants, and other responsible parties expectations to achieve compliance with applicable code laws
• Responsible for coverage at the JC Elliot Transfer Station front gate entrance inspecting loads, logging cubic square yards of debris and directing traffic within the Transfer Station
• Promote violation prevention through training staff and public outreach efforts to inform and educate citizens regarding proper disposal of litter and solid waste violations within the community
• Work with management to create training for new hires and continued education for existing staff
• Facilitate the training of new hires by instructing and mentoring staff in the principles and procedures of code enforcement both in the office and out in the field until training is complete
• Supervise activities of ‘trainee’ compliance officers in the field until training is complete
• Act as lead Compliance Officer under the Compliance Supt to improve the division’s span of control
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending training seminars to meet the required CEU’s for Code Enforcement license
• Collaborate with other departments and agencies to resolve public nuances and health issues beyond the scope of a Compliance Officer
• Shadow CCPD and CCPD Code Enforcement as they serve warrants to identify violations from all city divisions
• Investigate chronically blighted properties in partnership with the Interdepartmental Nuisance Abatement Task force (INAT) to bring long term resolution through alternative legal injunctions
• Document all investigations/ inspections in Infor case mgmt. database
• Log inspection findings and schedule collections of set out violations and illegal dumpsites
• Research utility holder to place collection feeds on accounts and main violation notices and citations
• Upload all photos and docs to case files
• Answer/ return calls and emails and document all information pertaining to investigations
• Prepare all documents for prosecution of violators and testify in court if needed
• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non -E xempt – Full-Time - Rotating 40hr work week, 8am - 5pm
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (AA/ AS); or Two (2) year technical certificate
• Three (3) years of Experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations Certified Code Compliance Officer
• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required within six (6) months of hire

• Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations Certified Code Enforcement II

Required within twelve (12) months of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.