610 - Code Enforcement Officer

City of Brownsville•Brownsville, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Code Enforcement Officer performs complaint investigations and enforces city-adopted building codes, including minimum housing standards, and zoning regulations under the Unified Development Code. The role performs technical work under general supervision and reports directly to the Code Enforcement Manager. The officer investigates properties, determines compliance, issues notices or citations, documents enforcement actions, conducts follow-up inspections, and administers the Multifamily Housing Inspection Program. The position requires courteous, effective communication with residents and other contacts, including when addressing violations and assisting irate citizens.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED.
One year of experience.
Valid Texas driver's license.
Code Enforcement Officer Certification from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is required; applicants without certification at entry may be considered if they obtain it within one year of the start date as a condition of employment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and assist irate citizens with tact.
Ability to conduct routine work with minimal judgment and supervision, and refer unusual situations to a supervisor.
Successful completion of the City's drug and alcohol screening, physical examination, and background check.

Responsibilities

Enforce zoning regulations in accordance with the Unified Development Code.
Patrol assigned areas in a city vehicle to identify and evaluate problem areas and building code violations.
Inspect homes, apartment buildings, businesses, vacant lots, and other properties for compliance with applicable building codes, ordinances, and related regulations.
Determine whether properties comply with applicable requirements; issue notices of violation or citations as needed; document actions and notices; and conduct follow-up inspections.
Receive and respond to alleged violations; interview complainants and witnesses; photograph violations; document activities; and update records in the computer-tracking program.
Meet with citizens who are in violation of city codes or ordinances and explain the actions needed to comply.
Maintain positive customer service relationships.
Research approved property uses and ownership, and take action to enforce city codes.
Maintain inspection and surveillance records and reports, and prepare reports as required.
Prepare case reports for court or administrative proceedings and testify at proceedings as required.
Administer the Multifamily Housing Inspection Program.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Texas Municipal Retirement System retirement plan with a 2:1 City-to-employee matching ratio; retirement eligibility after five years of service at age 60 or after 20 years of service at any age.
Medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families.
Vision coverage for employees enrolled in the City's health insurance through MetLife.
No-cost access to Frontier Clinic for employees and dependents covered by the City's health plan.
Voluntary pet insurance.
Deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options through AFLAC and Colonial Life.
Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
Parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees.
Longevity pay.
100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually.
14 holidays per year plus two floating holidays.
Flexible scheduling options starting in fiscal year 2025.