Code Enforcement Officer I - Code Compliance Services (Civil Service)

City of Dallas•Dallas, TX

1d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Dallas is seeking a Code Enforcement Officer I to inspect and enforce municipal, land development, and property maintenance codes within city boundaries. This role involves conducting systematic property maintenance inspections to ensure compliance with minimum property standards. The City of Dallas offers competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture, aiming to help employees thrive while contributing to the city's growth and flourishing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two (2) years of heavy citizen/customer service contact resolving complaints and/or conflicts, service and/or billing disputes.
Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Must obtain certification as a Code Enforcement Officer Trainee issued by TDLR within probationary period.
Knowledge of municipal, state, and federal regulations.
Knowledge of inspection protocols, policies, and procedures.
Ability to determine code violations and suggest corrective action.
Ability to issue citations and communicate with various individuals.
Ability to interpret, educate, and apply regulations to correct compliance issues.
Ability to use computer programs, software, and equipment.
Ability to provide calm, professional, and excellent customer service.
Ability to manage time and complete multiple tasks.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
This position requires an ONLINE exam that covers the following categories: Reading Comprehension, Applying Policies, Sentence Clarity, Business Correspondence, Spelling.

Nice To Haves

A current Code Enforcement Officer Trainee certification (or higher) issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) will meet the education and experience requirements.

Responsibilities

Conducts and performs inspections on city properties, projects, buildings, and developments to ensure compliance with all municipal, state, and federal regulations.
Identifies, determines, and compiles non-compliant concerns and addresses issues with appropriate parties; takes accurate data and information concerning code violations and enforces code compliance.
Investigates non-compliant problems and makes recommendations for corrective action; communicates and collaborates with developers and other individuals to address code violations and make changes; performs follow up work and assistance as needed.
Creates accurate and professional notices of violation; takes photographs and gathers evidence while performing inspections; issues citations and responds to citizen complaints.
Educates and provides information to citizens, developers, and the general public; interprets laws and regulations while educating public on laws regulations and code standards.
Drafts, maintains, and edits documents regarding inspections, code enforcement activities, and code violations.
Remains up to date on all current code standards and changes in regulations; maintains certifications and attends professional development as needed.
Drives vehicles throughout the city to perform inspections and address compliance and code violations.
Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.