Code Enforcement Officer

City of Conroe•Conroe, TX

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About The Position

The Code Enforcement Officer ensures compliance with applicable City of Conroe ordinances, State Health and Safety Codes, and other federal and state regulations. Under limited supervision, the officer responds to complaints, investigates them, and identifies alleged code violations within the City. The role requires enhanced knowledge of City Codes and independent judgment in assessing incidents. The officer writes citations and helps resolve violations or pursue convictions. Spanish-speaking ability is strongly preferred. The position involves inspecting complaint sites, walking non-conforming sites, climbing ladders, operating a vehicle, communicating with the public, and preparing clear reports and educational materials. Applicants must pass a background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and two years of Code Enforcement experience or other related experience.
Valid Texas Class C driver's license or higher.
Certification and licensure as a Code Enforcement Officer by the State of Texas, or ability to obtain Code Officer Certification within 12 months; certification must be maintained.
Enhanced knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to Code Enforcement and Environmental Health.
Knowledge of code inspection principles, practices, and methodologies.
Skills in mediation, sound judgment, research, computer use, interpreting codes and regulations, information analysis, communication, public speaking, customer service, and report preparation.
Ability to remain calm and make quality decisions in stressful or tense situations.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and manage projects and workflow; read and interpret maps, plats, codes, ordinances, and regulations; operate a vehicle; inspect sites on foot and climb ladders; and listen to and follow supervisor instructions.
Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently or constantly; the work involves a lot of walking and requires balancing, grasping, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, reaching, speaking, talking, and visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

Some college-level courses in Natural Science and two years of experience in environmental health or a qualified field.
Associate's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Health, or a related field.
Health and Safety, non-structural Code Enforcement Officer Certificate.
Ability to speak Spanish.

Responsibilities

Respond to and investigate complaints and identify alleged violations of applicable codes and regulations.
Ensure compliance with City ordinances, State Health and Safety Codes, and other federal and state regulations.
Exercise independent judgment when assessing incidents.
Write citations and help resolve violations or pursue convictions.
Inspect complaint sites, including walking non-conforming sites and climbing ladders.
Research, gather, and analyze information and make recommendations based on findings.
Read, interpret, and explain applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Mediate and diffuse hostile situations while maintaining a professional demeanor.
Prepare and communicate educational programs regarding Code Enforcement issues.
Provide customer service and communicate effectively with a variety of individuals.
Prepare clear and concise reports and oral, written, and audio/visual presentations.
Plan, organize, prioritize, and manage projects and workflow.
Operate a vehicle and follow instructions from a supervisor.