Code Enforcement Officer II

Summary

Responsible for enforcing city ordinances and development codes dealing with nuisance, health and safety, and property maintenance. Minimum Housing requirements for Single Family residential, Multi-Family, Commercial property, and Zoning.

Pay Range: (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Respond to and investigate citizen complaints.

• Actively patrol assigned areas to review for code violations.

• Issue notices of violation, citations, inspection reports, and nuisance abatement work orders for city contractors.

• Assist in case file management, preparing cases for warrants and Property Standards Board hearing cases.

• Enforce City Ordinances, Garland Development Code, and International Building and Residential Codes by performing scheduled inspections.

• Represent City at Homeowner and Neighborhood Association Meetings.

• Represent City in Court as required. Assist with training new Code Inspectors.

• Maintain required CEU's for Code Officer Certification as required by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

• Respond in person, verbally and written communication with property owners/managers.

• Zoning Inspections

Minimum Qualifications

• 60 college credit hours or advanced training beyond high school level in related area.

• 4 years experience in code enforcement

• Certified Code Officer II certification or another applicable certification approved by Management

• Elevated customer service-related experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience

• Associate Degree in a related field such as Public Administration, Construction Science, etc.

• ICC Zoning Inspector Certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable ordinances, laws, codes, and regulations

• Comprehensive knowledge of construction standards and inspection procedures

• Ability to learn quickly and remain flexible in a fast-paced work environment

• Ability to maintain neat and concise data

• Multi-lingual skills highly preferred

• Basic skills in Microsoft Office (including Word, Outlook, Excel)

• Comprehensive knowledge of Code Compliance Software system.

• Working knowledge of Zoning Regulations

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Code Officer II certification or another applicable certification approved by Management

• ICC Zoning Inspector Certification within 12 months of hire

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license

*Based on current TDLR requirements