Code Enforcement Investigator

City of San Antonio•78207, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing investigative work enforcing City codes and regulations. Exercises no supervision. Work Location Cliff Morton Development and Business Services Center (One Stop) - 1901 S. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX (78204).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Must become certified and State licensed as a Code Enforcement Officer within 18 months of hire.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Knowledge of City codes and regulations.
Knowledge of street locations.
Knowledge of safe and efficient work practices relating to code enforcement activities.
Skill in operating a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, and the public.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests for services in a fair, tactful, and firm manner.
Ability to inspect and identify violations of applicable codes and ordinances.
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

Performs onsite premise and structure inspections to determine violations of City codes.
Makes inspections of junked vehicles to determine violations of the Junked Vehicle Ordinance.
Makes inspections of vacant lots to determine violations of the Vacant Lot Ordinance.
Consults with property owners to show where violations are present and enforces compliance.
Consults with citizens regarding the results of their inspections.
Attends and makes presentations to neighborhood associations regarding department code enforcement activities.
Attends and makes presentations at special City events and other Code Compliance educational seminars and workshops as required.
Makes field notes from inspections and compiles necessary reports on area zone assignments; maintains daily activity report of field investigative activities.
Submits proper documentation for contractors to bid and abate violation as specified.
Researches property information and initiates appropriate notification procedures to result in violation abatement.
Follows proper legal procedures to achieve abatement including the issue of citation or notice of violation in person, request for search and seizure warrants, and submittal for City contract abatement and court action.
Enters inspection report data in hand-held, laptop or personal computer.
Submits proper documentation for publication in local newspaper.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.