Code Enforcement/Health Officer

City of Pearland, TX • Pearland, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Code Enforcement Officer to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Community Development department. This role will primarily emphasize responsibilities related to code, investigations, and regulation. The purpose of this class within the organization is to ensure the safety and health of the citizens of Pearland by vigilantly enforcing the standards established by the ordinances approved by the City Council, State Laws, and International Code Council volumes as adopted in regard to dangerous buildings, accumulation of trash and debris, illegal dumping, vehicle violations, and other general nuisance violations. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Requirements

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• 1 year of experience as a State of Texas Certified Code Enforcement Officer
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• TDLR Code Enforcement Officer Registration, or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment

Nice To Haves

• Texas Code Enforcement Officer II certificate
• Bachelor's Degree
• Two years of experience in Code Enforcement
• Bilingual/Spanish

Responsibilities

• Receives and responds to citizen complaints; enters, processes, and acquires data for complaints, research, and investigations.
• Investigates alleged violations of city and state laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations related to environmental hazards and public health nuisances.
• Conducts communication by correspondence, phone, email, and or in person regarding complaints and provides solutions to obtain compliance.
• Assists in preparing case reports for court and administrative proceedings; testifies in court and at proceedings when necessary.
• Works with and educates the general public with regards to enforcement of laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.
• Maintains all case records and related documents.
• Performs data entry on computer or other devices.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Long-term disability protection
• Life insurance
• Medical insurance
• Retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match
• Access to the city's recreation fitness center
• Employee assistance program
• Educational assistance
• 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED