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.
Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Experience
*Based on current TDLR requirements
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The incumbent works primarily in an outdoor environment; City issued vehicle, frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. Must be able to walk on uneven and unpaved surfaces, and unlimited distance. Occasional weekend and/or evening work may be required based on business needs.
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
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Experience
- Associate Degree in a related field such as Public Administration, Construction Science, etc.
- ICC Zoning Inspector Certification
- 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
- 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
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The incumbent works primarily in an outdoor environment; City issued vehicle, frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. Must be able to walk on uneven and unpaved surfaces, and unlimited distance. Occasional weekend and/or evening work may be required based on business needs.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Experience
*Based on current TDLR requirements
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The incumbent works primarily in an outdoor environment; City issued vehicle, frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. Must be able to walk on uneven and unpaved surfaces, and unlimited distance. Occasional weekend and/or evening work may be required based on business needs.
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
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
Education/ Experience
- Associate Degree in a related field such as Public Administration, Construction Science, etc.
- ICC Zoning Inspector Certification
- 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
- 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
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The incumbent works primarily in an outdoor environment; City issued vehicle, frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. Must be able to walk on uneven and unpaved surfaces, and unlimited distance. Occasional weekend and/or evening work may be required based on business needs.
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