Neighborhood Code Compliance Inspector

City of Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Arlington seeks a Code Enforcement Officer to enforce codes and ordinances, ensuring safe and attractive neighborhoods. You will inspect homes, businesses, and pools, prepare documentation, and communicate with residents and stakeholders.

A Texas driver license and certification are required, with additional credentials possible within 12 months. Responsibilities include issuing citations, testifying in court, coordinating abatements, and supporting community code compliance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of work experience related to customer service, code enforcement, housing inspections, pool inspections, construction, QoC, or related area.
• Mental Health First Aid Certification or department-approved equivalent within 12 months.
• State of Texas Basic Code Enforcement Officer Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Must have a valid Texas driver license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of single-family, multi-family, commercial properties, and public swimming pools.
• Perform administrative duties such as preparing emails, case documentation, notices of violation, affidavits, and inspection warrants.
• Effectively correspond with citizens and route complaints to appropriate personnel.
• Issue citations and testify in court.
• Coordinate and facilitate contractor abatements of code violations.
• Promote and contribute to Code Compliance programs and community events.

Skills

Independent decision making

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Public interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Mental Health First Aid Certification

Texas Basic Code Enforcement Officer Certification or equivalent

Texas Driver License

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The City of Arlington seeks a Code Enforcement Officer to enforce codes and ordinances, ensuring safe and attractive neighborhoods. You will inspect homes, businesses, and pools, prepare documentation, and communicate with residents and stakeholders.

A Texas driver license and certification are required, with additional credentials possible within 12 months. Responsibilities include issuing citations, testifying in court, coordinating abatements, and supporting community code compliance