Field Code Enforcement Officer

CITY OF CONVERSE; Converse (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CITY OF CONVERSE is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer in Converse, TX, to enforce housing and property maintenance codes and assist in abatement of violations. The role involves field inspections, interacting with property owners, and coordinating with Police, Fire and Community Development departments to resolve issues.

The officer will prepare notices, testify in municipal court when required, maintain records, and use MS Office to manage data.

Qualifications

• Must be a United States citizen.
• High school graduate or its equivalent.
• Must obtain Code Enforcement Officer I Basic Certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the City and investigate code and ordinance violations; work with owners and agents in securing compliance and, when necessary, take enforcement action with impartiality.
• Identify vehicles in violation of junk vehicle regulations and ensure violations are abated according to city requirements.
• Identify illegal signs and ensure signage is brought into ordinance compliance or removed.
• Assist other City departments with enforcement actions relating to identified zoning violations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records; compile data and reports; use information as witness in court; issue notices or citations.

Skills

Code enforcement

Public safety communications

Driving

MS Office

Bilingual English-Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

CITY OF CONVERSE is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer in Converse, TX, to enforce housing and property maintenance codes and assist in abatement of violations. The role involves field inspections, interacting with property owners, and coordinating with Police, Fire and Community Development departments to resolve issues.

The officer will prepare notices, testify in municipal court when required, maintain records, and use MS Office to manage data.