Municipal Code Enforcement Inspector

City of La Porte, Texas; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

City of La Porte, Texas is seeking a Community Service Inspector to investigate municipal and state code violations, including junk vehicles, weed and rubbish, sign, and dangerous buildings abatement. You will issue notices, conduct follow‑ups, inspect pools for annual licenses, and perform field inspections related to alcohol licensing; maintain records and prepare court documentation.

Requirements include two years in code enforcement (preferred), a high school diploma or GED, and a Texas

Qualifications

• Knowledge of city codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Maintain and update records and reports.
• Enforce codes with impartiality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Investigate violations of local and state laws and codes.
• Issue notices of violations and abatements; conduct follow-ups for compliance.
• Perform pool inspections for annual licenses and ensure code compliance.
• Conduct field inspections for alcohol licensing issuance.
• Identify abandoned or inoperable vehicles and issue abatement citations.
• Process documentation for impounding vehicles and coordinate auctions.
• Prepare reports and court documentation for code enforcement.
• Maintain records of code enforcement activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

Impartial enforcement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of La Porte, Texas is seeking a Community Service Inspector to investigate municipal and state code violations, including junk vehicles, weed and rubbish, sign, and dangerous buildings abatement. You will issue notices, conduct follow‑ups, inspect pools for annual licenses, and perform field inspections related to alcohol licensing; maintain records and prepare court documentation.

Requirements include two years in code enforcement (preferred), a high school diploma or GED, and a Texas