Deputy City Marshal-STR-1

City of Galveston; United States; Presencial; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The City of Galveston is hiring a Deputy City Marshal to enforce compliance with city, state, and federal codes. The role involves conducting inspections of housing, environmental issues, and noise complaints related to Short Term Rentals.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a High School Diploma, and relevant experience in law enforcement. The position may require physical tasks and offers competitive compensation.

Qualificações

• One year of experience in building inspection and code enforcement is a plus.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Must obtain Texas Code Enforcement Officer license within one year.

Responsabilidades

• Enforce compliance with city and federal codes.
• Conduct housing, environmental, and zoning inspections.
• Respond to complaints about Short Term Rentals.

Conhecimentos

Interpersonal and communication skills

Diplomacy and judgment

Customer service skills

Formação académica

High School Diploma or equivalent

TCOLE license

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Summary: Under general supervision, the Deputy City Marshal enforces compliance of City, state and federal codes and ordinances; performs housing, environmental and zoning inspections.

Essential Functions

• Respond to loud noise and other call for service complaints regarding Short Term Rentals.
• Conduct investigations involving Short Term Rentals compliance with city ordinance and non‑registration.
• Conduct daily inspections of nuisances, locate and inspect unsafe structures and fences needing repair, research current ownership, verify violations, prepare cases not resulting in criminal charges for abatement, maintain awareness of projects needing permits, and submit liens for recording at the County Clerk’s office.
• Provide building security at City Hall and bailiff duties for Municipal Court.
• Show strong interpersonal and communication skills and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Review documentation reports for accuracy and compliance with City ordinance and other applicable laws.
• Act as a liaison with other outside agencies, the public, and management, as well as subordinate personnel.
• Coordinate with other law enforcement agencies in investigating crimes, disaster preparedness, training, information systems, and records management.
• Anticipate libelous situations; reduce or eliminate civil exposure.
• Answer questions from the public concerning local, state and federal laws, procedures, and activities of the department; participate in community meetings, including oral presentations.
• Investigate complaints concerning shift personnel.
• Work to provide safety and well‑being of the general public in emergencies, including delivery and restoration of vital services.
• Establish priorities to coordinate, plan, organize and complete work in accordance with sound time‑management methodology.
• Provide liaison services with local, state and federal officials and local neighborhood groups.
• Support the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintain confidentiality of work‑related issues and City information.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies and procedures; modern police administration principles; law enforcement best practices; community policing; criminal laws, codes and ordinances and court interpretations, including rights of citizens, apprehension, arrest, search and seizure and rules of evidence; land development regulations, City municipal codes, State and Federal applicable laws; Microsoft Office products; and Texas local government codes.

Skills in managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment; building effective work teams; providing efficient customer service; applying City policies and federal regulations; explaining policies and procedures; managing staff, delegating tasks and authority, and providing coaching to improve staff performance; establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships; and communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. One year of experience in building inspection and code enforcement is a plus. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License and TCOLE license, and be able to obtain a Texas Code Enforcement Officer license within one year of employment. Must have completed a field training program or equivalent from an accredited law enforcement agency and have two years of law enforcement experience.

License and Certification

Licensed Texas Basic; Texas Peace Officer; Texas Licensed Code Enforcement Officer (must be obtained within one year); Possession of a valid Driver’s License.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is performed both indoor and outdoor. May be required to lift and carry items up to 160 pounds.

Compensation

Competitive; details available at DOQ.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and will consider only the qualifications of the applicants. The City does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or physical/mental disability in employment or provision of services.