615 - Code Enforcement Officer ID - 12507
Title: 615 - Code Enforcement Officer
Organization: Building Inspections/Permits
Department: Building Inspection/Permits
Location: Planning & Redevelopment Srvcs. City Plaza
Rate of Pay: $40,798 - $55,158 DOQ
Job Summary
Ideal candidate for Code Enforcement Officer aspires to be a model of innovation, inclusion and empowerment who enables bold people and ideas to thrive. The Code Enforcement Officer will be a participatory leader: a results-oriented, relationship-building, self-aware team player who also possesses high integrity and politeness, and who foster trust by building relationships with tolerance, patience, and support to provide the best value in service of the citizens of Brownsville.
The purpose of the class is to perform complaint investigations and enforce city-adopted building codes, including but not limited to minimum housing standards. Performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility and works under general supervision. The class reports directly to the Compliance Manager.
Competencies
• Customer Focus
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Effective Verbal & Written Communication
• Ethical Practice
Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills
• The code enforcement officer will also be responsible for enforcing zoning regulations in accordance with the Unified Development Code.
• Slightly above average skills; knowledge of commonly used work routines, rules, procedures, or operations; ability to use specialized equipment, that include driving a city vehicle.
• Patrol assigned area in a city vehicle to identify and evaluate problem areas and/or building code violations.
• Inspect single family homes, apartment buildings, businesses, vacant lots and other properties; ensure compliance with applicable building code, as well as other related ordinances and codes.
• Determine whether property is in compliance; issues notices of violation or citations as required. Documents all actions and notices; performs follow-up inspections to ensure compliance.
• Receive and responds to alleged violations; interviews complainant and witnesses, takes photographs of violations, documents activities and update records, primarily on existing computer-tracking program.
• Meet with citizens who are in violation of city codes or applicable ordinances; explains actions required to comply with ordinances.
• Provide and maintain a positive customer service relationship at all times.
• Perform research to determine the approved uses of property; research ownership and takes action to enforce city codes.
• Maintain records and reports of inspections and surveillance activities; prepares reports as required.
• Prepare case reports for court administrative proceedings, testifies in court and at administrative proceedings as required.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to assist irate citizens with tact.
• Ability to verbally communicate clearly and effectively.
• Administers the Multifamily Housing Inspection Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Experience
High school graduation or GED plus one year of experience.
Special Certifications & Licenses
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Code Enforcement Officer Certification from the Texas Department of Licensing of Regulation is required. Consideration may be given to applicants that do not hold the certification at entry but that secure the required certification within one (1) year from start date as a condition of employment.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle report.
Independence & Judgement
Minimal judgment: instructions, once established and defined, normally allow the job to be accomplished without direct and/or constant supervision; mostly routine work requiring that employee recognize obvious problems; situations outside the instructions are referred to the supervisor or lead worker.
Initiative & Ingenuity
Low chance for error because work is routine/repetitive/simple/reviewed carefully; standard procedures: don't have to come up with creative solutions; refers anything unusual to supervisor.
Supervisory & Responsibility
Does not supervise.
Financial Responsibility
Does not deal with money.
Level & Frequency of Outside Contact
Direct contact may be infrequent but may require considerable tact and courtesy when it does occur.
Physical Demands
Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation electronic office machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Responsibility for Equipment & Property
Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office; responsible for handing out to and retrieving property/equipment from employees and keeping inventory; use of agency vehicle.
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Working Conditions
Fair inside or outside conditions; exposure to disagreeable conditions is brief or otherwise insignificant; space problems; only occasional situations that place the employee in a stressful environment.
Other Requirements
The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.
ADA Requirements
The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Benefits
The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.
The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.
Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.
Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.
EEOC Statements
The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
