Field Code Enforcement Officer — Community Impact

Gfoat; Kennedale (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and

Short-Term Disability

TMRS retirement plan (2:1 match)

Paid Time Off – holidays, vacation, &s

Job summary

The City of Kennedale is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to promote compliance with city ordinances and work with residents, businesses, and the community. The role involves inspections, addressing violations, and issuing notices or citations when necessary.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, Texas Code Enforcement Certification (or ability to obtain within 6–8 months), and a valid Texas Class C driver’s license. Bilingual abilities are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Texas Code Enforcement Certification, or ability to obtain within 6–8 months.
• Valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with residents, businesses, and the public.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections, re-inspections, and investigations of code compliance complaints.
• Identify and address violations involving property maintenance, land use, public nuisances, illegal dumping, high grass and weeds, signs, junk vehicles, structures, and other code-related concerns.
• Explain requirements to residents/businesses, recommend corrective actions, establish compliance timelines, and issue notices or citations as needed.
• Maintain accurate case files, records, correspondence, reports, and lien documentation.
• Represent the City in court and at Board of Building Appeals hearings as needed.
• Stay current on applicable laws, regulations, and code enforcement practices; recommend updates to City codes and ordinances.
• Maintain Texas Code Enforcement Certification through continuing education.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergencies when needed.
• Serve as backup building inspector for minor inspections (plumbing, electrical, fences, pools).

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Texas Code Enforcement Certification (or within 6–8 months)

Valid Texas Class C driver’s license

Job description

The City of Kennedale is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer to promote compliance with city ordinances and work with residents, businesses, and the community. The role involves inspections, addressing violations, and issuing notices or citations when necessary.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, Texas Code Enforcement Certification (or ability to obtain within 6–8 months), and a valid Texas Class C driver’s license. Bilingual abilities are preferred.